Reporting To: Regional Finance Director, UK, Nordics & Baltics Location: London Work pattern: Full time (12 months TBC contract) Role Description: We are seeking a Financial Controller to oversee the Nordic region on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with an immediate start preferred. The Financial Controller for the Nordics is responsible for overseeing all financial accounting and reporting for the region, ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting strategic decision‑making. This role partners closely with our shared services centre partner in Romania, Nordics Finance Business partners, Regional FD, Group FC, country managers, commercial teams, and the global finance organization to ensure financial integrity, compliance, and strong business performance across the Nordic markets. The next 12 months will bring a significant amount of change in the financial processes and systems as we move from Kantar media’s in‑house shared service centre in Porto (transaction processing outsourced to India), to Fifty5Blue’s own external provider based in Romania, and roll out a new ERP system. The purposes of this role are to work alongside the Nordic FD (based in the UK) and take up the day‑to‑day role of the FC for the Nordics markets, to transition to the new SSC immediately and new ERP in Q4, to implement and embed best practice across day‑to‑day processes over month‑end close, and improve the quality, consistency and completeness of documentation of procedures, controls and the review of financial information within the business.

Experience of working with a Shared Service Centre highly desirable Experience of M365 and/or new ERP roll‑out highly desirable

Key Responsibilities

Overseeing and managing accounting services delivery from BPO (Genpact) – hold Genpact accountable for reporting of actual results on a timely, accurate and complete basis, including review of KPIs, ways‑of‑working and driving continuous improvements, and acting as point of escalation and critical review of outputs Lead financial close meetings with BPO (Genpact) during month end, and also post month‑end/quarterly reviews Support the business in working with SSC (set up phase and then ongoing) Sign‑offs (POs, payroll, banking, payment approvals, change in customer or supplier data – where needed – either 1st person or back‑up details TBC) Manage audit process with Deloitte/auditors, including rec of stat accounts, and recs from Maconomy to OS Manage any other external reporting, and Board mins with KPMG Provide support on Treasury outputs including dividends and cash flow/management Review, and drive improvements in RRWC, and overall working capital, including billing, bad and overdue debtors and accrued income Monthly review that MPLBs eliminate Review Interco balances and mismatch process Manage balance sheet review process and make sure Genpact and FBPs have fully reconciled support Super user for ERP and OneStream in region Monitor incentive panel points usage and accounting of these IFRS 16 accounting Drive best practices in region Compliance with Group reporting requirements Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing process for all Nordic entities Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with IFRS/local GAAP and internal reporting standards Review and approve accounting statements and reconciliations e.g. Balance Sheet Reconciliations Oversee consolidation of financial statements for the region Prepare variance analysis, management reports, KPI dashboards, and performance insights for leadership

Compliance & Internal Controls

Ensure strong internal controls and adherence to corporate policies Coordinate with internal and external auditors; manage statutory audits for Nordic entities Ensure tax compliance (VAT, CIT, transfer pricing documentation) in collaboration with tax advisors

Cashflow & Treasury Management

Monitor cash flow, working capital, and credit control across the region Support treasury operations, including banking relationships and FX exposure management

Process Improvement & Systems

Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, automation, and reporting quality Support ERP implementation, upgrades, and data integrity initiatives

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent) 5–10+ years of experience in financial controlling and accounting Experience managing financial operations in multinational or multi‑entity environments. Strong knowledge of IFRS and Nordic statutory requirements Advanced Excel and ERP proficiency (D365, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or equivalent). Experience working in matrix organisations Experience of working in a shared services centre Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills Ability to work independently across multiple countries Strong organisational and deadline‑driven mindset Fluent in English; proficiency in one or more Nordic languages Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities Ability to work in a fast‑paced, matrixed, and multicultural environment. High degree of integrity, resilience, and adaptability

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