Join Aarke's Finance Team as a Financial Controller in Stockholm!

Are you a finance professional ready to take on a dynamic and impactful role? Do you have experience in financial controlling and/or accounting, and are looking for an opportunity to shape the financial foundation of a growing international company? If so, join us as our Financial Controller at Aarke and help drive the financial health and growth of our global organization!

About Aarke

Aarke is a fast-growing company specializing in designing and manufacturing premium home appliances. We are driven by exceptional engineering and design to enhance everyday routines making us a real challenger in the premium kitchen appliance category. Our vibrant Stockholm head office is a hub of creativity, innovation, and collaboration with 50+ people across all departments.

About the Role

As a Financial Controller, you will be a key player in Aarke’s Finance Team, responsible for overseeing the financial operations of our USA entity while contributing to broader financial and group accounting tasks for the Aarke Group. You work closely with the CFO and Head of Accounting where you lead a number of critical accounting and controlling processes, ensuring the integrity and efficiency of our financial practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Financial Operations for Aarke USA

• Oversee the financial reporting and controlling of our growing US entity, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial processes.

• Set up and maintain effective financial workflows with local suppliers, customers and other partners.

• Review current and introduce new technical solutions where applicable.

• Group Accounting and Financial Control

• Contribute to the group consolidation process, including intercompany reconciliations and financial alignment.

• Collaborate with the CFO on group financial reports, aligning the chart of accounts with the profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.

• Drive improvements in the group’s monthly and annual closing processes.

Broad financial responsibilities:

• Collaborate with departments such as IT, Sales Operations and Logistics to ensure smooth financial data flows.

• Support the budget and forecast processes and follow-ups across the Aarke Group.

• With a holistic approach, active participating in contributing to optimizing accounting and financial systems and processes

Qualifications and Skills

To excel in this role, we believe you bring:

• BSc degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

• 2,5 to 5 years of relevant work experience from similar roles, audit & accounting firms such as “the big 4” or similar.

• High analytical skills and attention to detail, with a proactive problem-solving mindset.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.

• Proficiency in financial tools and software is valuable. Aarke work with all-cloud locally relevant best-in-class financial software including group consolidation. You are eager to learn and take the steps needed to become an efficient super-user.

• You are strong with software and IT in general. You are able and willing to help yourself constantly learn and develop. You are likely very interested in BI and AI.

• You are not afraid to challenge existing workflows and methods to improve quality and/or efficiency within the finance function.

• Fluency in English, with strong communication and interpersonal skills and at least a moderate proficiency in Swedish.

Why Join Aarke?

• Career Growth: Aarke is expanding rapidly, offering opportunities for professional development and advancement. You are an aspiring finance professional looking to take the next step in your career towards roles like head of accounting, head of controlling or CFO.

• Friendly and international environment: Collaborate with colleagues from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. Enjoy a welcoming environment and social events also after-hours.

• Sustainability: Contribute to our mission of creating eco-friendly, premium home appliances.

• Modern Workspace: Work in our inspiring new office in the heart of Stockholm, with flexible work-from-home options (up to 2 days per week).

• Competitive Compensation: Includes a market-competitive salary, private health insurance, and pension (tjänstepension).

How to Apply

If you’re ready to make an impact and contribute to Aarke’s exciting journey, submit your resume and cover letter via https://career.aarke.com/jobs. For questions about the role, contact Anna Korling, Chief People Officer, at anna@aarke.com. 

We look forward to reviewing your application!