Pääkirjanpitäjä/Senior Accountant

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils! Learn more about us as a workplace upm.com/careers We are now looking for a Senior Accountant / Process Expert, Record-to-Close, to join our Finance & Control team supporting the UPM Paper Business. Greetings from your future manager : “Would you like to join a team of dedicated finance professionals and build a rewarding career at UPM? In this role, your expertise will be valued as you contribute to high-quality, timely financial services and support ongoing development initiatives. As part of our global team, you will make a meaningful impact while taking the next step in your professional journey. Apply today and grow with us!” – Christin Walter, Process Manager, Financial Control What you will do Lead and perform complex accounting tasks in your area, focusing on Group, statutory and tax reporting in the Paper Business Take ownership of the execution and quality assurance of Finnish statutory financial statements and corporate income tax reporting activities Oversee the high-quality and timely execution of Record-to-Close processes, taking responsibility for end-to-end delivery and the accuracy of reported information within your area Collaborate closely with outsourcing partners and key stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient ways of working Contribute to global projects, development initiatives, and regulatory or reporting changes in your area Proactively identify and implement continuous improvement to Record-to-Close processes Who you are You are a self-directed finance professional with a solution-oriented mindset. Your analytical thinking, understanding of record-to-report processes and ability to prioritize support both your success and the success of the team. You have strong knowledge and several years of relevant work experience in accounting and reporting processes (IFRS and FAS) You have good analytical skills and the ability to understand and work with complex processes and data flows You collaborate effectively with others and contribute to a positive team environment in a global setting You are adaptable and open to change, with a proactive approach to your work You have strong IT skills. In addition to MS Office, experience with SAP ECC and/or S/4 is considered an asset You are fluent in Finnish and comfortable using English as a working language You have a relevant degree in Finance, preferably in accounting, taxation or business administration Experience in a similar industry and business processes is considered an asset This is what we offer to you A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative. A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees. Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth. Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves. Learn about our Rewarding and our Ways of working Additional information This position offers a hybrid working model, combining remote work from home with regular on-site collaboration in Tampere, Finland. The position holder will report to Process Manager, Record-to-Close. For further information about the role, please contact Christin Walter, Process Manager, Record-to-Close, at [email protected] or tel. +358400151495 on June 18, from 14:00 to 15:00, June 22, from 11:00 to 12:00, or June 23, from 10:30 to 11:30 (all times EEST). How to apply To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by July 3, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline. For support with submitting your application, please contact the HR Service Center at [email protected] or tel. +358204146600. Learn more about how to apply from our Careers page . Country-specific information A security background check may be performed for those selected to UPM positions, in accordance with the company recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act 726/2014. UPM Finance & Control UPM Finance & Control is an expert organization committed to delivering operational efficiency and value improvement for UPM businesses and UPM Group. F&C is formed of Finance Operations, Business Control and Digi Hub in Finance. Finance Operations delivers financial accounting, reporting and compliance at UPM. Business Control partners with UPM businesses to drive profitable growth. 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