Nordic Accounting Manager at Miele, Stockholm

At Miele, we work every day on products and services that stand for uncompromising quality. We do this with people who take responsibility, collaborate across borders, and strive for continuous improvement. For our Nordics cluster, we are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager.

As Nordic Accounting Manager, you are responsible for the operational oversight of financial reporting and projects across the four markets of the cluster: Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Norway. You ensure the quality, reliability and compliance of financial information, while developing a forward-looking perspective for the cluster. You oversee a team of accounting officers and work closely with local teams, regional finance, the international shared service Centre and the global Miele organization.

The finance team consists of six people (4 Accounting Officers, Credit controller and Accounts Payable Support).The role reports to the Regional Accounting Director and you also drive performance, and foster collaboration within the team, with the International Shared Service Center and across departments.

The office is located in Solna, Stockholm.

Main tasks and responsibilities as Nordic Accounting Manager

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of six
• Strengthen capabilities, drive performance, and foster collaboration within the team, with the International Shared Service Center and across departments

Financial Reporting & Closing

• Lead the month‑end and year‑end closing financial processes
• Ensure timely, accurate and compliant reporting of financial data (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in accordance with Miele guidelines and local legislation

Tax, Legal, Credit Risk & Compliance

• Act as the local point of contact for tax, legal and credit management related activities within the cluster
• Ensure transfer pricing and intercompany compliance in line with Group policies
• Act as Compliance Ambassador, safeguarding accounting integrity and financial governance

Process Optimisation & Harmonisation

• Contribute to project design, coordinate central and local stakeholders, and drive harmonization of financial processes across the cluster
• Deliver pragmatic, value-driven solutions to operational needs

Qualifications and experience

We are looking for someone who has documented experience of financial leadership and at least eight years of experience from multinational companies and matrix organizations. You have solid experience in financial reporting and analysis and also thrive in roles where you both support and solving issues. You know Swedish accounting principles. You are skilled in Excel and used to modern BI tools. The role requires very good knowledge of English as well as a university degree in finance, economics or a related field. Travel within the Nordic region is included.

Personal characteristics

As a person, you are proactive, structured and solution-oriented with a high level of integrity. You have strong communicative and pedagogical skills and can translate complex financial information into clear insights that create understanding in the organization. You are analytical, curious and innovative, and thrive in a role where you get to encourage and support change and think in new ways. Furthermore, you are a confident and committed leader who builds trust, collaborates across borders and contributes to an inclusive and positive team culture.

With Miele you can truly develop yourself, pursue your own career path, stay with us for the long term and help us reach higher levels of customer delight. We want you to feel you can join a team where we will help you reach your potential, own your career path, be respected and perform at your best.

At Miele, quality is at the core — in our products and in our people. You will have the space to take responsibility, show initiative and help build a future‑ready finance organisation within a strong brand and an international network.

Work location: Stockholm

About Company

How does a family-owned company become the global market leader in the premium segment for domestic appliances and a trusted partner for solutions in commercial and medical technology? By striving to always do better and to keep improving. This mindset defines what it means to work at Miele and drives the success of our products. Our approximately 23,000 employees can rely on one thing: those who embrace our commitment to quality will grow – both personally and professionally.

Application

In this recruitment process, the company is collaborating with Meritmind. For more information, you are welcome to contact the responsible recruitment consultant Fredrik Sjöberg at 070-712 92 97 or Fredrik.sjoberg@meritmind.se

Interviews and selection will be conducted on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Make sure your name and contact details are included in your CV. It is sufficient to attach only your CV. You can apply for this position as long as the advertisement is available on our website.

Meritmind works in a competence-based manner to promote an objective and non-discriminatory recruitment process. This means, among other things, that if you proceed to the interview stage, you will be asked to complete work-related psychological tests, and due to that you do not need to submit a cover letter. For most appointments, a background check is also conducted.

Please consider the following before submitting your application (in accordance with GDPR legislation):
Your application should not include personal information regarding marital status, family situation/children, ethnic origin, age, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, health, or sexual orientation.

We look forward to receiving your application.