Head of Finance

Cellink

Cellink

Accounting & Finance
Gothenburg, Sweden
Posted on Wednesday, August 28, 2024

CELLINK is the world’s leading bioconvergence company. As a global supplier of innovative life-science solutions, we strive to find synergies between the most recent findings in biology and the latest breakthroughs in mechanical and digital technologies. The best-in-class products we develop are also backed by our renowned support team of highly skilled application and technical specialists. We are committed to the highest quality because we know that our 3D bioprinters, bioinks, single-cell dispensers, imaging systems, and liquid handlers are being used to solve today’s most pressing challenges in tissue engineering, cell biology, microscopy, drug development, and healthcare.

Role Overview: As Head of Finance you will play a crucial role, overseeing the financial operations of CELLINK and managing a team of finance professionals. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate accounting, financial reporting, and business administration to support the CELLINK subsidiary’s strategic goals. The role is a part of CELLINK management and reports to the CEO.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

  • Oversee all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
  • Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
  • Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
  • Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.

Team Leadership:

  • Provide leadership, direction, and management of the finance and accounting team.
  • Develop and maintain a high-performance team through effective hiring, training, and performance management.

Business Administration:

  • Ensure compliance with all internal policies and relevant regulations.
  • Manage the preparation of the subsidiary’s annual report.
  • Oversee the financial operations of the subsidiary, including the development of financial strategies and risk management.

Business Controlling:

  • Support the executive team with key financial information and operational analytics.
  • Assist in formulating the company’s future direction and supporting tactical initiatives.
  • Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans.
  • Develop, monitoring and follow up business cases

Stakeholder Management:

  • Liaise with Group auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.
  • Manage relationships with partners and external stakeholders.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field
  • Proven experience as a Head of Finance or similar role
  • Relevant finance experience such as audit and/or similar finance roles in an international environment
  • In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices.
  • Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software, previous experience from MS D365 and AARO preferred
  • English & Swedish, spoken and written

This position is situated at CELLINK office in Kallebäck, Gothenburg. In the same facility, CELLINK has sales, marketing, product management, R&D and operations. CELLINK is a subsidiary to BICO, who is also located in the same facility.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we do more than accept difference. We celebrate diversity, we support employees from a wide range of backgrounds, and we benefit from the added creativity and richness that these differences bring to our offices and community. We pride ourselves on being a collaborative environment where everyone’s talents and opinions contribute to the greater good and are always recognized.

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