Senior IFRS Specialist/Group Financial Controller

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced professional to be our Group Financial Controller.

In this position, you will be a key player in ensuring Posti Group’s external reporting and enhancing overall financial reporting process. You will work closely with the Group Finance team, Business Controlling teams, Posti Shared Service Center, and many other teams. You report to the Director, Group Financial Controlling.

You will provide your knowledge of reporting process and consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS and other regulatory requirements. In this role, you will proactively monitor any changes related to reporting standards and document impacts to Posti Group as such. You will be actively guiding Posti Group Accounting team in the consolidation process, and future development including the reporting tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the consolidation and external reporting process including timetables and instructions.
• Ensure accurate financial results across all entities and robust compliance at Group level.
• Prepare external reporting quarterly/annually with stakeholders and coordinate the related audit process.
• Provide accounting guidance on complex transactions, M&A, and new IFRS implementations.
• Drive improvements in the above-mentioned processes, systems, and internal controls.

To succeed in this role, we hope that you have:  

• A master’s degree in finance or a comparable field with a focus on finance or accounting, qualified accountant, and/or strong experience in auditing. 
• Experience in large/listed company reporting from a Group’s perspective.
• Proven experience in IFRS reporting and Group consolidation.
• Good collaboration skills and ability to coordinate matters in a wide organization.
• Ability to analyze and understand the big picture and the details in there.
• Ability to work under pressure during tight deadlines, and to manage development projects.
• Experience with SAP S/4 HANA, HFM or similar consolidation systems are considered as an advantage. 
• Experience in consolidation/reporting tool implementation projects is seen as a plus.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills in both English and Finnish 

Why should you join us? 

With us, you will be part of a company whose operations impact the daily lives of millions of people. We have grown into an international logistics expert that employs around 15,000 people in the Nordic and Baltic countries. We are constantly developing new technology, and we are pioneers in our industry in building a more sustainable future: we have set the ambitious objective of operating fossil-free by 2030 and be on net-zero what comes to our emissions by 2040. 

We promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. All our managers undergo Caring Leader training, and together, we are building a caring work culture. Our dedication to supporting mental well-being at work has also been acknowledged with the Mental Health Friendly Workplace® certification in 2025. With us, you will also have an excellent opportunity to develop your career and skills through diverse tasks, development projects, and training programs.  

As part of our employee benefits, we offer comprehensive occupational healthcare through Mehiläinen, Epassi benefits for culture, sports, and commuting, an excellent gym and group exercise classes at our Ilmala office, and lunch at a discounted staff rate. You will also get to participate in events offered by the Posti Group’s occupational well-being foundation, such as wellness courses, concerts, sports events, and amusement park days. We work according to our hybrid model, both in the office and remotely. At the end of this year, our headquarters will return to Helsinki city center, Postitalo. 

For more information, please contact Erika Maanpää, Director, Group Finance Controlling by email erika.maanpaa@posti.com or by calling, +358 50 044 7411 on Friday 15.8. at 11-12 or Thursday 21.8. at 15-16. 

The recruitment process is as follows:  

1. Interview with the hiring manager (face-to-face or via Teams)  
2. Final meetings with top candidates  

2. Talent Assessment

4. Job Offer

Is this your next career move? Please leave your application (CV and cover letter) by 26.08.2025 via Posti’s recruitment system Workday. We will start conducting interviews right away and will make hiring decisions as soon as a suitable candidate is found.  

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work community. We encourage applicants of different ages and genders, as well as persons belonging to linguistic, cultural, or other minorities to apply. 

We hope to hear from you soon!  

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