Director Finance, Tissue Machines and Converting Lines BU

Act as a finance business partner for business unit management, project execution, sales and operations

Support operational and strategic decision-making

Drive financial performance of the project portfolio throughout its lifecycle

Manage project estimates, margin development, risks and opportunities, cash flow, currency exposure and revenue recognition

Lead monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, forecasting and analysis at business-unit level

Prepare clear management presentations and actionable insights

Lead and develop the business unit project-controlling finance team

Ensure strong capabilities, clear roles, effective collaboration and continuous development

Ensure compliance with Valmet financial processes, IFRS principles, accounting rules, internal controls and project financial governance

Drive continuous improvement of finance processes, management reporting and data-driven analysis

Participate in the business unit leadership team and global Tissue BA finance leadership team

Requirements

Master's degree in finance, business administration, industrial management or another relevant field

Minimum 5 years of solid finance leadership experience

Preferably experience in an international project business environment with global business partnering

Strong understanding of project financials, including cost estimate, revenue recognition, margin analysis, cash flow, risk and opportunity management, currencies and project governance

Proven ability to lead, coach and develop finance professionals

Ability to operate effectively as part of a business management team

Excellent analytical and presentation skills

Ability to simplify complex business and financial topics into clear conclusions, recommendations and actions

Strong knowledge of financial reporting, forecasting and IFRS principles

Experience with ERP systems, HFM, SAP, Power BI and project financial tools is considered an advantage

Fluent English skills

Readiness to work in an international environment with reasonable travelling and flexibility across time zones

CV in English and desired salary required for application

Shortlisted final candidates must complete an assessment

Core Competencies Demonstrates strong finance leadership with expertise in project financials, including cost estimation, revenue recognition, and margin analysis. Proven ability to lead teams, drive financial performance, and ensure compliance with IFRS principles and internal controls.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Finance Leadership

Project Financial Management

IFRS Principles

Financial Reporting

ERP Systems

ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills

Cost Estimation

Revenue Recognition

Margin Analysis

Cash Flow Management

Risk Management

Opportunity Management

Financial Forecasting

Data-Driven Analysis

Financial Governance

Project Financial Tools

Soft Skills

Analytical Skills

Presentation Skills

Coaching

Collaboration

Simplification of Complex Topics

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree in Finance

Master's Degree in Business Administration

Master's Degree in Industrial Management

Industry Keywords

International Project Business

Global Business Partnering

Financial Processes

Project Controlling

Financial Compliance

Tools & Technologies

ERP Systems

HFM

SAP

Power BI

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