Senior Financial Controller

Om jobbet

We're looking for aSenior Financial Controllerto join us at Telia.

I'mJonas Baas, incomingHead of Corporate Financial Control, and I'm searching for someone ready to grow with us. We're a supportive, forward-thinking team focused on supporting each other, sharing knowledge and operating in a complex environment with many stakeholders and interdependencies - something that we trust you are also comfortable navigating and motivated by.

What you'll do:

The role offers a broad agenda, combining hands-on financial control with analytical work and continuous process improvement.

• Financial Reporting & Closing: take a central role in the Group financial closing process ensuring high quality, accuracy, and transparency of internal and external reporting and coordinate interim and annual reports.
• IFRS Expertise & Advisory: Act as a reliable IFRS expert, ensuring correct interpretation, application, and consistent accounting compliance across the Group. Also, prepare IFRS position papers, accounting memos, and technical assessments for complex transactions, and provide IFRS advisory support to various business units and other finance functions .
• Accounting Policies & Controls: Contribute to maintenance and development of Group accounting policies and manuals, ensuring alignment across entities and functions.
• Audit & Stakeholder Management: Serve as key liaison with external auditors on group level and collaborate closely with Finance and business stakeholders, sharing expertise and contributing to strategic and cross-functional initiatives.
• Process Improvement & Transformation: Contribute to finance transformation projects, including process optimization, and reporting enhancements.

What will help you thrive in this role:

We think you are an experienced finance professional with strong accounting and financial reporting expertise, solid IFRS knowledge, and a deep understanding of how the financial statements interact. You are structured, analytical, and calm under pressure, with the ability to manage complexity while maintaining high quality and control. You take a proactive, solution-oriented approach and are motivated by driving improvements in financial reporting, processes, and internal controls. With strong communication skills and several years of experience in accounting and/or auditing, you collaborate effectively across functions and independently drive initiatives that create value at Group level.

• Strong expertise in group accounting, consolidation, and IFRS, with a passion for delivering accurate and insightful financial reporting. Previous experience from Big4 is a merit.
• Hands-on mindset with a deep, first-hand understanding of the numbers to ensure the highest quality, accuracy, and integrity of financial reporting.
• Deep understanding of internal controls and the ability to maintain a robust, compliance-focused control environment.
• Track record of improving and streamlining financial processes, combining structure with innovation.
• Excellent communicator who builds trust, aligns stakeholders, and translates complex financial matters into clear insights.
• Proficient in written and spoken Swedish and English.
• Some 8+ years relevant experience or equivalent.
  

Join us to shape smarter living for people, businesses, and the planet

At Telia, we're a team of 15 000 colleagues across the Nordics and Baltics, passionate about technology and connectivity. As aLeading Telecommunications Operator&Climate Leader, we drive change with large-scale, impactful projects while building a sustainable, inclusive world.

Here, you cangrow your skills, lead meaningful projects, and thrive in a supportive, diverse environment.Whether you're taking your first step or your next, Telia is a place to grow, belong, and make a real impact.

What we offer

When you join us, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package tailored to your local market, opportunities for remote work, and more. You'll also have the chance to earn a bonus based on your performance and Telia's results.

Ready to make better happen?

We look forward to receiving your application by4/9/2026. Please note that we might close the position earlier if we find the right candidate, so don't wait too long to apply!

If you're selected for the next stage, you'll be contacted by ourTalent Acquisition Partner. Background and reference checks will be part of the process.

Want to know more about this role? Please reach out to Jonas Baas, incoming Head of Corporate Financial Control, atjonas.baas@teliacompany.comor +46 72 570 65 65.

Equal opportunities

At Telia, we recognize talent byprofessional skills and growth potential.We champion diversity, ensuring every individual's needs are met, regardless of disability, gender, age, nationality, sexual orientation, or social status. Together, we're dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment whereyour uniqueness is our strength.

Join us and let's make better happen - together!