Senior Financial Controller

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: 08/10/2025

Introduction

We are seeking a Senior Financial Controller to join our team in Market Area Europe! The role of a Senior Financial Controller is central to a company's financial success and offers many opportunities for career development and professional growth. In this position, you will report to Administrative Managing Director, Finland. 

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

Team you belong to

You will join a team of finance professionals dedicated to ensuring the quality of financials and processes. We work closely with different stakeholders, such as Business and Market Areas, Global service center, and other external partners such as auditors and tax officials. 

The Finnish entity is the main IP owner within the Metso group and a shareholder in most group companies. The entity also hosts IT and other global services and acts as a Principal Company in the Metso Group. In 2024, the entity’s turnover was 1,8 B€ and its headcount ~2500. Finland's finance team gets to work with the most complex cases and most demanding volumes, which makes it the most desired place to be due to constant learning opportunities and constantly evolving challenges. 

What you’ll do

As a Senior Financial Controller for Metso Finland, you will ensure the integrity, compliance, and efficiency of financial operations. Your main responsibilities include:

• Overseeing accurate and timely financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual) in line with local statutory standards and Group IFRS requirements.
• Managing statutory and tax reporting processes, including VAT/GST, Intrastat, EU Sales, and withholding tax filings.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, internal policies, and evolving local laws; communicating relevant changes to stakeholders.
• Acting as the contact person for statutory accounting and tax matters across internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Supporting and advising Global Services on statutory and tax topics, GL balances, and period-end adjustments.
• Leading period closing activities, including journal entries, local GAAP adjustments, and asset depreciation calculations.
• Collaborating with auditors, regulatory authorities, and Business Services to streamline processes and ensure compliance.
• Providing local support during tax audits 

Who you are

• University degree in Finance, Economics or equivalent
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in Financial Accounting or in an operation of comparable size, preferably in a global business environment.
• Previous experience as an auditor can also be considered.
• Previous experience overseeing the work of service center teams
• Knowledge and experience of financial reporting (IFRS, local GAAP)
• Knowledge of local statutory reporting and tax compliance requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Finnish and English.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse individuals in a global, matrix organization.
• Knowledge of financial ERP and reporting systems, such as SAP and OneStream
• High ethical standards and accuracy in work. 

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, meal benefits, on-site gym, bicycle benefits, and engagement surveys.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
• 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. In your application, please let us know your earliest possible start date if selected. We’d also appreciate it if you could include your salary expectations.

We understand that some highly competent candidates might hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet every listed qualification. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. You may be the right candidate for the role.

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 process expertise. We are the partner for positive change. 

Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Metso employs over 17,000 people in close to 50 countries and sales for 2023 were about EUR 5.4 billion. The company is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. metso.com, x.com/metsoofficial