Country Cluster Head of Accounting Nordics
Do you have a passion for precision and leadership in finance? At Sulzer, we are seeking a seasoned professional to take charge of accounting operations across the Nordic region. In this pivotal role, you’ll ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency while driving improvements that strengthen our financial performance and support strategic growth. This position is based in Kotka or Helsinki, Finland, and it requires working at the office. The salary for this position ranges between 6500-7200 EUR/month. The final salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s skills and experience.
What you’ll do:
• Ensure compliance with Sulzer Accounting Manual (SAM), regulatory, and tax requirements.
• Oversee internal and external audits and maintain strong internal controls.
• Manage preparation and filing of consolidated financial statements and statutory reports.
• Implement and monitor internal control frameworks and Delegation of Authority.
• Collaborate with Finance Shared Services and Centers of Excellence to ensure compliant end-to-end processes.
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement in accounting procedures.
• Lead and develop the local Finance team, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Support financial planning, budgeting, and analysis in alignment with organizational objectives.
What we’re looking for:
• Experience: 7+ years of progressive leadership in Finance or Accounting.
• Proven ability to manage large accounting teams across multiple countries.
• Strong expertise in IFRS and local statutory requirements.
• Excellent financial analysis, risk management, and audit management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office; financial modeling skills are a plus.
• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Fluent in English and Finnish.
You are a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to leadership. You excel at building strong teams and fostering collaboration across borders. Accuracy and compliance are second nature to you, but you also have the vision to drive process improvements and efficiency. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment where your decisions shape financial performance and support business growth, this is your opportunity.
What we can offer you:
• A leadership role with regional impact and strategic influence.
• The chance to work for a global industrial engineering leader committed to innovation and sustainability.
• A collaborative environment that values continuous improvement and professional development.
• Opportunities to shape processes and make a tangible difference in financial performance.
• Safe working environment
• Skilled and supportive colleagues
• Comprehensive employee benefits: Enjoy our cultural, fitness, and wellness perks, supported lunches, extensive occupational health care, and a motivating bonus system.
Sulzer is a global leader in fluid engineering, with two centuries of experience developing innovative products and services that drive sustainable progress — and help our customers build a better world. We provide a secure work environment and quality tools to support your success. Welcome to Sulzer!
Interested? For more information, please contact Andrew Robson (andrew.robson@sulzer.com).
Please send your application with CV for this position at https://jobs.sulzer.com/ (Location: Finland) at latest 17.12.2025.