Financial Controller - IKEA Marketing & Communication AB

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We are looking for a Financial Controller for IMC’s Finance Team in Älmhult.

As a Financial Controller in IKEA Marketing & Communication AB (IMC), you will have an end-to-end perspective on financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance follow-up. You will support leaders and stakeholders in financial decision-making and help drive financial awareness across the organization.

Operating in a project and assignment-based environment, you will play a key role in project and portfolio financial management. Together with the Finance team, you will contribute to the development of reporting, structures, and digital solutions to support efficient financial steering. You will report to the Finance Manager and work closely with colleagues across the organization.

What we would like you to bring to the table

In addition to your accounting and financial controlling expertise, experience in implementing digital solutions within Finance, Accounting, and Project & Portfolio Management will be highly valued. The ability to prioritize, communicate, and provide clear directions is necessary.

This position is placed in Älmhult, Sweden.

Please note that this is a temporary position for one (1) year with the possibility of becoming a permanent contract. We welcome your application.

Responsibilities

Be responsible for monthly and annual P&L reporting and analysis; Lead the company’s budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes; Develop and continuously improve financial structures, processes, systems, and reporting to support effective decision-making with minimal administration; Drive financial steering and follow-up across the project and portfolio landscape; Act as a trusted business partner, providing financial insights, analysis, and guidance to support cost-conscious decision-making and efficient use of resources

Requirements

Good financial knowledge (University degree in Business administration or similar); Proven experience in financial control, business analytics, and performance reporting.; Strong knowledge of Swedish accounting rules, and regulations; Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.; Experience from ERP, and Project Portfolio management (PPM) system; Leadership skills – leading yourself and leading others.