Head of Group Business Control

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: June 15, 2025

We are now looking for a business & development-minded Head of Group Business Control to join Metso’s Group Finance team of 18 finance professionals. Your main responsibilities are to lead Metso Group’s internal reporting, planning, and performance management processes. You will also lead, participate and support related development initiatives. 

This position is mainly located in Espoo, Finland, and we are happy to offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.

What you'll do

You will lead further development of our internal reporting, planning and performance management process and practices utilizing our new EPM platform (OneStream) and other relevant supporting tools. You work in close interaction with key stakeholders in finance and business organizations.

Who you are

• Experienced in internal reporting and planning in a global business environment
• Minimum 10 years of experience in business analysis, controlling, performance management, or a similar position
• You are native with the required IT systems and pick up new tools easily
• Experience and knowledge of different reporting systems (such as OneStream, PBI, SAP BW/BI, SAP AfO, and SAP ERP) is seen as positive
• Business acumen and proven analytical skills to ensure linkage between business and finance
• You are structured and analytical with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Service mindset is key to succeed in the position
• Experience from the team leader role
• You are also capable of working under time pressure and constant change

What's in it for you

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
• Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, on-site gym, bicycle benefits, and engagement surveys.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets, car benefits, and meal benefits.
• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

Get in touch

Want to rise above the possible with us? Click ‘Apply now’ to leave your application. We will be interviewing potential candidates as we receive applications.

For further information, please contact Erkko Virrankoski, Vice President, Group Finance, (+358 40 570 8354) 

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.  
 
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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