Become the new Country Financial Manager of JYSK Sweden

What we offer you

With over 31,000 employees worldwide, JYSK has grown from one store in 1979 to more than 3,500 stores globally, becoming a true retail success story. In addition, the company operates 10 distribution centers across Europe to support its physical stores and online business efficiently.

JYSK aims to be the employer of choice in retail wherever the company is present. Therefore, JYSK continuously invests in employee development and career opportunities. The company takes pride in rewarding dedication and recognizing outstanding contributions. At JYSK, employees become part of a culture built on trust – where attitude matters more than grades, and opinions more than titles.

What your new job will be about

JYSK Sweden represents a significant and complex business, comprising 158 stores, a Distribution Centre and approximately 2,000 employees, generating an annual turnover of around SEK 5 billion.

To strengthen its financial leadership and support ongoing business growth, JYSK Sweden is now looking to recruit a dedicated and business‑oriented Financial Manager with overall responsibility for financial leadership in the Swedish organisation.

As Financial Manager you report directly to the Country Director for Sweden and have a matrix reference to the EVP CFO and Group Finance function at JYSK Head Office in Denmark.

As a member of the Country Management Team, you play a vital role as a proactive sparring partner for the Country Director and the retail organisation. You combine analytical strength with a hands‑on mindset and a strong drive for results and improvements.

You will lead the finance organisation of 15 employees in Sweden and ensure that your team is motivated, operates efficiently, and follows JYSK’s values and leadership principles.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overall responsibility for financial performance, governance and annual reporting in Sweden

• Acting as a proactive finance partner who challenges assumptions and turns financial insights into clear business actions.

• Driving and improving business controlling activities

• Driving improvements in financial governance and administrative processes to ensure high quality and compliance.

• Leading the budgeting process, including scenario planning and continuous performance follow‑up.

• Securing legal compliance and internal audit processes

• Overseeing the salary department

• Following up on financial performance and ensuring cost consciousness across the organisation

• Acting as a strong sparring partner for the Country Director and retail organisation

What you need to bring

The ideal candidate is ambitious, structured, and business‑oriented, with the ability to manage a wide range of financial and administrative tasks. You thrive in a dynamic retail environment and are motivated by being part of a winning team.

Key qualifications include:

• Experience from a senior finance leadership role with end‑to‑end financial responsibility at country or business unit level

• The ability to motivate and develop a team

• Experience from retail is an advantage but not a requirement

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to prioritize in a fast‑paced environment

• A proactive approach and a strong drive for performance improvements

• Ability to handle a high workload, embrace change, and maintain structure

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships internally and externally

You embody JYSK’s values and leadership principles and ensure clear areas of responsibility within your team.

Is this your next opportunity? Apply today!

JYSK is cooperating with GML in this recruitment process. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Partner Kristian Aagaard at GML by phone at +45 2052 6695 or via email at [email protected] for further information. All inquiries will be treated with full confidentiality.

ABOUT JYSK

We believe our employees are key to our success. That is why we strive to offer development and possibilities of growing and finding new challenges within JYSK. Since our founder, Lars Larsen, opened his first store in Denmark in 1979, JYSK has expanded our global presence with stores and web shops in countries around the world.

Our three fundamental JYSK Values – Tradesman, Colleague and Corporate Spirit – express the behaviour and attitude that we can expect from each other. We trust each other, and we believe in Empowerment and freedom with responsibility. We also take pride in rewarding engagement and a great effort among our employees. With the right attitude, opportunities abound in JYSK.

JYSK wants to include everyone, no matter the age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and experience. Together, we secure our inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. Because a great mix of minds, talents and unique personalities makes us a stronger team.

For more information, please visit our career page.

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