Creditstar Sweden AB is establishing and expanding its Swedish finance function as part of its continued growth and regulatory development. We are looking for a Financial Controller who enjoys building, improving and owning finance processes in a fast-moving environment.
This is a hands-on role with broad responsibility across accounting, reporting, systems and process development. The successful candidate will work closely with the CFO and play a key role in establishing a scalable and efficient finance function.
About the role
The role combines operational accounting responsibilities with process improvement, systems development and financial reporting. The position requires a person who enjoys working both in the details and on the bigger picture.
Key responsibilities include:
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Ownership of the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing process.
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Preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations.
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Preparation of financial reporting and supporting analyses.
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Tax calculations, income tax reporting and liaison with external advisors.
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Monitoring and validation of accounting system outputs and interfaces.
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Investigation and resolution of accounting, reporting and system-related issues.
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Supporting implementations of new systems, processes and reporting solutions.
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Assisting in the development of accounting policies, controls and documentation.
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Supporting audits and interactions with external stakeholders and outsourcing partners.
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Participating in the establishment of scalable finance processes and operating models.
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Contributing to projects relating to regulatory reporting, data quality and finance transformation.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a person who combines strong accounting skills with a practical and proactive mindset.
The ideal candidate:
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Has solid experience in accounting, financial-and external reporting and financial control.
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Is comfortable performing detailed operational work when required.
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Takes ownership and follows tasks through to completion.
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Identifies issues proactively and proposes practical solutions.
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Is organised, structured and able to plan and prioritise effectively.
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Works independently and does not wait to be directed on every task.
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Is curious and enjoys improving existing ways of working.
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Has a strong interest in technology, automation and AI-enabled ways of working and is willing to learn about and build AI-agents.
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Prefers sustainable, long-term solutions over manual workarounds and spreadsheet-heavy processes.
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Enjoys building new processes and creating order in a growing environment.
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Communicates clearly and collaborates well with colleagues and external parties.
Requirements
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Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
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Several years of experience in accounting, financial control or external audit.
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Experience from a regulated environment, financial services, banking or lending and treasury is beneficial, but not a requirement.
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Good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
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Experience in practical and daily application of Swedish laws such as Swedish Companies Act, Annual Accounts Act, Bookkeeping Act, Income Tax Act.
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Strong systems aptitude and interest in process improvement and automation.
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Professional proficiency in English and Swedish.
Benefits
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Gross salary range for the position is 65,000 SEK-75,000 SEK per month
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Learning & Development opportunities
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Sports compensation
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Birthday day off
This is an opportunity to join an organisation during an important growth phase and help build a modern finance function from the ground up. The role offers broad exposure across accounting, reporting, systems, tax, controls and adopting a working way of the future for finance, with significant opportunity to influence how the function is designed and operated going forward.
