Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.
We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?
We are looking for a Financial Controller to join our Statutory, Tax & Company Compliance (ST&CC) Team within Wartsila Global Services organisation.
The preferred location for this position is Gdansk, Poland.
Your role and responsibilities
As a Financial Controller, ST&CC you are accountable for ST&CC operations and performance related to local ST&CC processes, financial information and external financial statutory reporting. Your work ensures a true and fair view of risks, rewards and financial position of the legal entity. You provide valuable company level support for businesses, high standard financial company reporting according to Wärtsilä Group Directives and Policies, as well as local accounting requirements.
We believe you are a financial minded partner, who partners also with other functions within WGBS and outside of ST&CC. You are proactive, externally focused and future oriented. By utilising strong networking and influencing skills, you identify opportunities and risks. You are a fact-based challenger who defines ways to measure and report on financial and operational key indicators.
As a Financial Controller, your work will include:
- Managing, controlling and ensuring the correctness of company level financial position according to legal compliance and Wärtsilä Corporation accounting manual, directives, policies, guidelines and requirements
- Collecting and preparing financial information, reports and analyses to internal and external stakeholders and authorities, e.g. local statutory reporting
- Providing and presenting Financial Review material to the company Board of Directors Meeting
- Co-ordinating external auditing, internal auditing and internal control reporting of the company
- Supporting and participating in development and optimizing of WGBS and ST&CC projects which require financial competence and support, in cooperation with global process owners and other stakeholders
- Supporting and advising the businesses in financial processes related to statutory, tax and company compliance
- Tax related compliance in co-operation with Tax CoE (calculations reclaims, risk reporting, litigations, auditing)
Requirements for the position:
- Bachelor or Master’s level university education or equivalent within relevant field
- 3-5 years of experience in Finance for the related process / function of the position
- Subject matter expertise on financial statutory accounting, company compliance and/or taxation
- Good communications skills, written and verbal, in English and preferably in Polish
Why you and us?
You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed in supporting inclusive work community.
Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities – so you can develop beyond your potential.
You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important for us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.
Contact & next steps
Please submit your application before the application deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.
In case of any questions regarding the position, reach out to:
Nicolas Michaelides
Region Head ST&CC Europe 1
[email protected]
Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!
Last application date: 02/07/2025
At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.
Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.
This is Wärtsilä
Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.
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