Business Controller for the Public Library Division and IT (Lund)

Axiell is a global company at the cross section between the IT and the Culture sector. As a product and services company whose customers are museums, archives, libraries and schools in 60 countries, we offer innovative and technically advanced software and cloud solutions for collections management, digital asset management and engagement, and public discovery. We are one of the largest companies in the sectors we operate.    
We are headquartered in Sweden, and we have 400 employees and offices in 15 countries. 
WORK DESCRIPTION 
Axiell is looking for a Business Controller for the Division Public Library & Education (PL/E) and IT with a drive for change and ability to convey technical financial information to non-finance people. You will be responsible for the full business process – from analysis and objective setting to monthly reporting and identification of business performance improvements as well as participate in special Projects such as business cases, business improvement initiatives, strategic financial planning. 
In this position you are reporting to our CFO.    
About the role 

Monthly financial reporting for Public Library & Education and IT, including analysis and Management reports to Stakeholders  


Budgeting and forecasting  


Monitor, analyse and drive actions for improved cash flow  


Development and Standardization of reporting processes    


Support with statutory reporting for the entities in the Business Division including Year end reports 


Continuous improvement inside the responsibility including the whole Business Control function 


Conduct detailed financial and business analyses to identify opportunities, determine root causes and recommend appropriate solutions 


Take part in monthly business/financial review meetings and take responsibility for the financial reports as well as present in the meetings 


ABOUT YOU 
We are looking for a highly analytical person who has a drive for change in order to achieve process improvement for higher financial benefit by driving operational excellence in all areas, and the Business Control function in particular. 

At least 5 years of relevant Business Control experience 


Skilled in translating data to business stakeholders for decision making and improved forecasting  


Basic level of Accounting competence (Statutory/external) including accounts consolidation and reconciliation 


Data driven and the ability to understand the business needs within the Professional Services (IT) industry, such as cost structures in Hosting and SaaS business models


Very good knowledge of MS-Office, ERP (Dynamics 365 an advantage) 


Efficient in communicating qualitative findings and confident in coaching others in finance decisions 


You are fluent in English and Swedish 


SOUNDS GREAT! HOW DO I APPLY? 
To apply, please send us your up-to-date resume and covering letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how you are uniquely qualified for the role. 
We look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible since we are interviewing on a regular basis. 
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Axiell, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to the principles of employment equity. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways and tell us why you are the perfect candidate we’re looking for! 
Need support during your application? 
Lena Rickard (Human Resources) 
Lena.Rickard@axiell.com
Need further information about the job? 
Anderas Ekberg (Hiring manager) 
Andreas.Ekberg@axiell.com