Description: We’re Looking for a Finance Manager (60% to 80%, later 100%)
Are you interested in making an impact as part of a small, but fast-growing company, helping it build the finance and administrative backbone? If so, we can’t wait to hear from you!
About Us:
Sofi Filtration is a privately owned company designing and developing state-of-the-art liquid filtration technology. The company’s team has over 50 combined years of experience in heavy industry water treatment processes, such as the minerals processing industry and has developed an innovative, energy efficient and environmentally friendly water treatment system that is commercialized under the brand name Sofi Filter. We have just received a EUR 3 million investment from reputable investors to finance our growth and are looking for an enthusiastic person to join as Finance Manager.
What we offer:
An exceptional opportunity to take responsibility and help shape and grow the business from the ground up, by putting in place processes, reporting on progress, and managing the finances.
The opportunity to work with a fun-loving and dedicated team in an international environment.
The chance to make a difference by joining a team that helps saving one of the earth’s most valuable resources, water.
What we are looking for:
We are a small team based in Espoo, Finland and Texas, USA, and are looking for a finance specialist to join as Finance Manager, first on a part-time basis (60% to 80%) but with the intent to increase to 100% workload in the near term. You will be responsible for all financial aspects of the business, for managing and developing financial processes, and for coordinating HR, legal and IT matters. You will be responsible for:
Accounting and Reporting:
Working with our external accounting firm
Coordinating the preparation of the annual report and quarterly reports
Working with auditors in preparing the annual audit
Financial reporting for nationally and internationally funded R&D&I projects
Financial Planning and Analysis / Controlling:
Preparing the yearly budget and liquidity plan, and tracking performance
Setting financial KPIs and tracking achievement
Monthly reporting package to the board
Work on standardizing business partner agreements and terms & conditions.
Providing financial analyses as needed, in particular for capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations
Treasury / Cash Management
Ensuring that accounts payable are paid in a timely manner
Ensuring that accounts receivable are collected promptly
Ensuring that required debt payments are made on a timely basis
Monitoring debt levels and compliance with debt covenants
Negotiating with banks
Working capital management and optimization
Taxes
Complying with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
What you bring:
Approximately 10 years of experience in accounting, controlling, or similar finance position
University degree in finance, accounting or economics
An accounting or finance certification
Knowledge of Finnish GAAP
Working-level English (written and oral)
Attention to detail
A positive “can-do” attitude
An interest in taking on challenges
Dedication and flexibility
Salary/Compensation: Will be discussed individually with selected candidates.
Location: Espoo, Finland (Greater Helsinki Area)
Please send your complete application including a cover letter, a resume and salary expectation to Mr. Ville Hakala, CEO at ville@sofifiltration.com