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Financial Controller

Peikko is looking for a Financial Controller to join our global Finance team. Financial Controller takes on the responsibility for Group annual consolidation reporting (FAS), including quarterly & monthly closings. The selected person will assume a key role in transitioning the Group’s consolidated financial statements to IFRS, commencing in 2026. The person will actively contribute to the development of our Group controlling function and participate in improving processes and documentation on a global level. They will also provide guidance on consolidated technical matters when necessary.

Location: Lahti, Finland (Hybrid: 3 office days/week)

Position type: Full time

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting & compliance.
  • A key role in the upcoming IFRS project.
  • Accurate and timely Group annual consolidation reporting (FAS), from 2026 onwards, IFRS.
  • Preparing P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements. Coordinate, analyze, and explain variances in consolidated financial results.
  • Development of periodical closing practices (from annual to quarterly & monthly closing).
  • Coordinate financial reporting across business units and collaborate with international accounting & finance teams.
  • Managing the yearly audit process.
  • Oversee the Group accounting manual, with strong emphasis on the upcoming IFRS implementation.
  • Collaborate with local finance teams to ensure compliance with Group reporting standards.
  • Coordinating the accounting operations in the Group’s Finnish entities.
  • Responsible for tax and other statutory reporting in Finland.

 

Qualifications:

  • Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in Finnish accounting standards (FAS).
  • IFRS knowledge is a strong asset (but not a must).
  • Strong expertise in consolidation accounting and systems (at Peikko: Anaplan & Dynamics 365).
  • Understanding of VAT and corporate income tax.
  • Skills in project management and process development.
  • Excellent communication skills in Finnish and English.

 

Ideal candidate profile:

  • Open, positive, and development-oriented mindset.
  • Proactive & energetic way of execution with a flexible working style.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to see the big picture. Strong systems thinking.
  • Effective communicator and networker with a multicultural mindset.
  • Reliable, thorough, and patient team player.

 

Why choose Peikko?

We foster an open, inclusive culture built on trust, respect, and safety. When you join us, your ideas matter. We trust each other, take the initiative, and make a real difference together. Our global, diverse team works on projects that shape skylines and communities for years to come.

You'll benefit from our hybrid work model (3 office days per week), local health and wellness perks, and an annual bonus system.

 

Interested? 

If you would like further information regarding this position or our company, we would be pleased to assist you. Please contact Jukka Turva, CFO, preferably by email at [email protected]. He is also available by telephone at +358 44 7123 562 on Wednesday, 11th February, between 14:00 and 16:00 (Finnish time) and on Monday, 16th between 10:00 and 12:00 (Finnish time).

 

Apply by February 23, 2026

Please submit your application and CV by February 23rd to https://www.recright.com
We will process applications already during the application period, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

As a condition of employment, candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment health assessment and drug screening.

We look forward to receiving your application.

 

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