Financial Controller Sweden, Denmark and Norway

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

We are seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Financial Controller to oversee our financial operations across Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. As the most senior finance leader in these countries, you will play a critical role in driving financial excellence, ensuring compliance, and supporting business performance.

This role reports directly to the Regional Controller Europe and is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned finance professional looking to develop their career within a dynamic and truly global organization.

As a Financial Controller, you will take on a variety of key responsibilities:

Finance and Accounting Leadership

• Oversee preparation and review of monthly departmental P&Ls, quarterly and annual financial statements, and annual budgets.
• Partner with external advisors on statutory accounts and tax computations.
• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with all financial and tax reporting requirements, including VAT, payroll taxes and corporate income tax.
• Provide documentation and support for internal/external audits.
• Identify and lead cost‑reduction and efficiency initiatives.
• Contribute to financial strategy, business planning, and operational execution.
• Act as a business partner to district operations management, offering financial insights and expertise.
• Support the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.

Compliance

• Ensure full adherence to statutory, fiscal, and regulatory requirements across the three countries.
• Maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting.
• Champion a culture of compliance and ethical conduct.
• Communicate proactively with finance teams to ensure understanding of policies and regulatory changes.

Culture and Leadership

• Lead by example through Expeditors’ 10 Cultural Attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.
• Foster a collaborative, high‑performing, and service‑oriented team culture.

Requirements 

• A professionally qualified accountant (ACCA or CPA equivalent) is preferred, with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in finance.
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller.
• 10+ years’ broad finance and accounting experience.
• Deep knowledge of tax and regulatory requirements in Sweden; experience across the Nordics is advantageous.
• Fluent in English, proficiency in Swedish, Danish or Norwegian is a plus.

Skills 

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (formulas, pivot tables).
• Working knowledge of Power BI.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage effectively with both financial and non‑financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a track record of driving change.
• Solid experience in compliance, tax and internal controls.

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Occupational pension and insurance 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Employee Referral Program Bonus