Head of Accounting
Are you ready to start working on interesting projects in a growing company?
Role Overview
As a Head of Accounting, you will be responsible for the record-to-report process and the preparation of consolidated financial statements on monthly, quarterly and annual basis. You will actively develop the processes with your team. You will collaborate closely with both internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Financial reporting and leadership
You will be responsible of leading the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with FAS standards; IFRS experience is considered an advantage.
You will act as a process owner to the record-to-report process and its active development
You will manage the accounting teams globally
You will manage tax returns, VAT reporting, and statutory filings for the Group’s Finnish subsidiaries together with the accounting team.
Reporting & Analysis
Support financial analysis and forecasting with insights
Enhance reporting quality and automation in collaboration with the finance team.
Process & System Development
Drive development of accounting and consolidation processes
Participate in ERP and consolidation system development initiatives and support digitalization, automation and use of AI within the finance function.
You will lead financial integration processes for acquired companies and ensure adherence to group accounting policies
Audit Collaboration
Act as the primary contact for external auditors.
Taxation & Transfer Pricing
Prepare and ensure the accuracy of corporate tax returns.
Monitor tax legislation changes and ensure compliance in financial processes.
Oversee transfer pricing and maintain annual transfer pricing documentation (Master File / Local File).
Support the business in applying pricing models and ensuring adherence to OECD and local requirements.
Work with tax advisors and auditors on transfer pricing matters.
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Background
Relevant academic degree (e.g., Master of Science in Economics)
You have experience and proven track record of group accounting, leading accounting teams and developing accounting practices
Solid understanding of FAS and IFRS and group accounting required
Experience in working in a global company is considered as an advantage
Technical Skills
Solid understanding of financial systems (e.g., NetSuite or similar ERP + consolidation tools).
Experience in automation or development projects is required
Good command of Finnish taxation matters and experience in transfer pricing
Personal Strengths
Precise, analytical, and proactive working style.
Ability to manage complex entities and deadlines.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, ability develop and stream line processes and develop teams
Comfortable working both operationally and in development-focused tasks.
Proficiency in English and Finnish; German or French is an advantage.
Please, apply to this interesting position by March 25th.
- Site
- Medix Biochemica Headquarters Finland
- Role
- Finance & Accounting
- Locations
- Espoo, Finland
- Remote status
- Hybrid
Espoo, Finland
We Offer
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Big enough company to be industry-leading but small enough to have flexibility and the feeling of being part of a community
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An international and diverse working environment with colleagues passionate about making a difference in the IVD industry
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A welcoming culture where you can utilise your skills but also grow and develop them alongside our rapidly growing organization
Workplace & Culture
Our heritage provides us with a strong foundation. We are proud of our quality, are explorers at heart, and are all committed team players—it’s in our DNA. Our passion, diversity, and values form the foundation of our shared culture. We are passionate about innovation and delivering quality to our customers and people.
As part of our We Care value, we strive for a diverse culture of inclusion and belonging. We come from all around the world and have employees in many different countries. This means our team speaks many of different languages. Our employees also have diverse professional backgrounds and education. Some have been with us for only a few months while, others have been here for over 40 years. We also strive for a diverse culture where everyone can be their true selves at work - making a difference in the success of the company and the world around us.
About Medix Biochemica
A truly global company with a proudly Finnish background, we’ve dedicated decades to serving the IVD industry.