Senior Manager, Global Accounting and Reporting Compliance

We are now looking for a Senior Manager, Global Accounting and Reporting Compliance to join our Finance and Control team. This permanent position is located in Tampere, Finland.   

Greetings from your future manager  

“Are you ready to take on a role with real impact at a global level?  

This position offers a unique opportunity to work on complex accounting and reporting compliance topics, where your expertise and judgment will truly matter. 

You will operate with a high degree of ownership, contributing to critical decisions and driving consistency and quality across global processes. Working alongside experienced finance professionals, you will play a key role in shaping how we meet evolving regulatory and reporting requirements. 

If you thrive in a complex environment, take ownership, and want to make a visible impact while further strengthening your expertise, this could be your next step – apply now.”– Emmi Mäntylä, Director, Global Accounting and Reporting 

What you will do  

• Ensure high-quality, compliant, and efficient IFRS and statutory financial reporting across UPM businesses and functions, driving consistency in application and interpretation 

• Provide subject matter expertise with a hands-on approach to accounting and assurance teams on complex accounting treatments considering IFRS, local GAAP and management reporting requirements 

• Work with stakeholders on IFRS and local GAAP topics and provide guidance to ensure appropriate and consistent accounting outcomes 

• Lead and coordinate collaboration with global stakeholders, including local finance teams and external service providers, to drive alignment and ensure efficient execution of reporting processes 

• Provide leadership in overseeing and continuously improving reporting and compliance processes, identifying opportunities to enhance quality, efficiency, and control 

• Contribute to the resolution of complex accounting issues and participate in key judgments impacting financial statements 

• Share expertise and actively coach colleagues across the organization, strengthening accounting competencies and promoting best practices  

Who you are  

You are a self-directed and experienced finance professional with a strong sense of ownership and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. You are comfortable operating at the intersection of Finance, Tax, and Business, applying your expertise to complex topics and ensuring high standards of accuracy, quality, and compliance across processes. You take initiative, influence stakeholders, and drive topics forward in a global environment. 

• In-depth knowledge of IFRS 

• Solid understanding of income tax accounting with the ability to apply it in practice 

• Strong expertise in statutory financial reporting processes in general, and Finnish statutory accounting principles (FAS) 

• Proven ability to navigate complexity, take ownership, and drive topics forward independently 

• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to summarize the essential and collaborate effectively in a global organization 

• Demonstrated ability to lead through expertise, guiding and supporting others  

• Experience in coordinating across multiple stakeholders and driving alignment in complex environments  

• Experience in similar roles in private sector and/or in auditing is considered an asset  

• Proficiency in working with data and systems; experience with ERP environments (e.g. SAP) and advanced Excel skills are expected, while other tools (e.g. OneStream) are considered an asset 

• Relevant academic degree in finance with a minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience 

• Fluency in English and Finnish 

 This is what we offer to you  

• A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose "We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.   

• A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.  

• Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.  

• Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

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