Operations Controller, Helsinki

Academic Work Finland Oy
Finland
Full time
Contract
Updated: 1/16/2026
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Operations Controller, Helsinki

Tasks

  • Monitor and develop metrics for operational performance and actively follow costs.
  • Support, challenge, and advise GBS management to ensure operations and services are provided in the most efficient and cost-effective locations.
  • Develop a controlling framework enabling GBS management to define targets for efficiency, performance improvements, and quality.
  • Control the GBS function in Finland, Sweden, and Poland.
  • Design GBS process measurements with process owners, setting targets and reports to support decision-making.
  • Coordinate and instruct GBS managers in budgeting and forecasting processes and follow up on costs.
  • Communicate and collaborate with business stakeholders on controlling matters.
  • Deep dive into financial performance, optimize operational costs, and refine financial processes within a global environment.
  • Develop and implement financial frameworks, provide strategic insights, and support management decisions across multi-country operations.

Requirements

  • Degree in economics, preferably accounting or industrial management.
  • Strong experience working in finance and controlling.
  • Experience in controlling operations or functions (e.g. IT, HR, Supply Chain).
  • Excellent IT skills and experience with tools such as Excel, PowerBi, and SAP.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Proactive, analytical, and systematic way of working.

Preferred

  • Fluency in English, Finnish and Swedish is an advantage.

Benefits

  • A key role in the client's development and transformation journey.
  • Opportunity to build strong networks and gain visibility throughout the industry.
  • Support of a highly competent team.

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