Group Financial Controller

About us:

Magle Group is a dynamic organisation within the life sciences sector, dedicated to bringing life-changing products to patients in need. We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Group Financial Controller to join our headquarters in Malmö, Sweden. In this pivotal role, you will oversee and manage the financial reporting and consolidation processes across the group’s international operations. Reporting directly to the Group CFO, this role will be a key strategic partner in driving financial excellence and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

The Role:

As Group Financial Controller, you will take full ownership of the month, quarter, and year-end financial close process for the consolidated group under local (K3) GAAP, first, and then into IFRS. You will ensure the timely and accurate preparation and publishing of the Quarterly and Annual Reports for the Group, as well as support the team with the preparation of local accounts for the companies 4 main subsidiaries. This role will also oversee VAT, Tax, and Social Security reporting, while ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations.

You will be the first point of contact for external auditors, playing a crucial role in managing audits and ensuring compliance with both internal policies and external regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Group financial reporting process, ensuring compliance with local (K3) GAAP and IFRS.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements for the Group and ensure accuracy in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of Quarterly and Annual Reports for the Group and support the preparation of local financial statements for subsidiaries.
• Manage and coordinate VAT, Tax, and Social Security reporting across the Group.
• Be the primary liaison for external auditors, ensuring efficient audits and compliance with reporting standards.
• Provide guidance on Purchase Price Allocation (PPA) models, Impairment testing, and Transfer Pricing.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls and compliance measures across the Group’s financial operations.
• Support the Group CFO in strategic financial decision-making and act as their "right hand" in the business.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency in financial reporting and consolidation.
• Lead and develop the annual budgeting/forecasting process.

About You:

• To succeed in this role, you will have a solid background in Group Financial Reporting and Accounting in a complex international environment. You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.

Key qualifications:

• Extensive experience in group financial reporting under IFRS
• Strong knowledge of local (K3) GAAP.
• Proven experience in Purchase Price Allocation (PPA) models, Impairment testing, and Transfer Pricing.
• Comfortable operating in a complex matrix style environment, where there are multiple stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with external auditors.
• Highly proficient in financial systems, reporting tools, and consolidation software.
• Fluent in English and Swedish, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to process improvement.

Why join us?

We offer a dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced work environment where you will play a crucial role in shaping the financial success of the Group. Our mission is to ensure that patients remain at the heart of everything we do, and as a key member of our core finance team, you will contribute to the financial stability and efficiency that enables us to drive innovation which makes a difference to patients’ everyday lives. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to step into a senior position with direct influence over the company’s financial strategy and operations.

To thrive at Magle Group, it is important that you share our values and that you are willing to make an IMPACT. We therefore put a high emphasis on your personality and how well you will fit within the company culture.

If you are a results-driven finance professional, looking to make a significant impact while supporting a patient-focused mission, we look forward to receiving your application.