Join Saab and Shape the Future of Finance
At Saab, we are continuously evolving how finance supports business performance in a global, technology-driven environment. As part of this journey, we are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to drive the development of our finance systems, automation capabilities and digital transformation agenda.
This is a unique opportunity to lead the intersection of Finance, Technology and Data, helping to build a more efficient, insight-driven and future-ready finance function.
As Head of Finance Systems & Digitalisation, you will be responsible for defining and delivering Saab's finance technology strategy, ensuring our finance organisation has the systems, data and digital capabilities needed to support informed decision-making and operational excellence.
You will lead a team of specialists responsible for both the maintenance of existing finance systems and the development of future capabilities, including automation and AI-enabled solutions.
Key responsibilities include:
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Leading and developing a team of 15 finance systems professionals
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Defining and executing Saab's finance systems and digitalisation roadmap
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Driving automation across core finance processes, including reporting, financial close, Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP)
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Acting as the strategic link between Finance, IT and Data & Analytics functions
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Identifying, evaluating and implementing new technologies that enhance business performance
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Driving the adoption of AI and advanced analytics within the finance organisation
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Managing the finance systems portfolio and associated investment budget
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Ensuring finance systems effectively support Saab's global operations and growth ambitions
This is a senior leadership role with global scope, significant influence and the opportunity to shape the future of finance at Saab.
We are looking for a commercially minded leader with a strong combination of finance expertise, technology understanding and change leadership experience.
Experience and Background
You will bring:
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A minimum of 10 years' progressive experience within finance
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Proven experience leading finance systems, digital transformation or finance technology initiatives
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A successful track record of bridging finance and technology functions
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Experience driving process improvement, automation and organisational change
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Previous leadership experience, including managing and developing larger teams
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Strong understanding of finance operating models and business processes
Technical Expertise
You have experience with:
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Financial reporting and performance management
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Period-end close and consolidation processes
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Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable operations
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Enterprise finance platforms such as Agresso, SAP, Oracle or similar systems
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Automation and reconciliation solutions, such as BlackLine
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Consolidation and financial management tools, including HFM or comparable platforms
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Business intelligence and reporting tools, such as Power BI, Tableau or Qlik
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Emerging AI and machine learning applications within finance
Leadership Competencies
You are:
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A strategic thinker with a strong delivery focus
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An effective leader who can inspire teams and drive meaningful change
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Highly analytical, with a structured and data-driven approach to problem-solving
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A strong communicator, comfortable engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
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Skilled at building relationships and influencing across organisational boundaries
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Passionate about continuous improvement and innovation
Education
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Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Information Technology or a related field
Professional certifications such as ACCA, ACA, CPA, CFA or equivalent are considered advantageous.
This position requires that you pass a security vetting based on the current regulations around/of security protection. For positions requiring security clearance additional obligations on citizenship may apply.
At Saab, you will contribute to a meaningful purpose: helping to keep people and society safe.
We offer:
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A key leadership role in a global, technology-driven organisation
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The opportunity to shape the future finance technology landscape across Saab
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Ownership of strategic initiatives within digitalisation, automation and AI
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Leadership of a highly skilled team operating at the intersection of Finance and Technology
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Exposure to senior stakeholders across the Saab Group
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A collaborative culture that values innovation, learning and continuous improvement
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Excellent opportunities for professional and personal development
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A flexible and supportive working environment
Location: Linköping, Sweden
Join Us
If you are passionate about transforming finance through technology, have the leadership capability to build high-performing teams and are motivated by driving lasting change, we would like to hear from you.
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Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,100 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here
