Financial Controller
Psst… Are you who we’ve been looking for? We’re growing at record speed and we want passionate, hard-working, fun people like you to join us.
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Since you’ve ended up on this page, it must mean that you’re interested in potentially working at Estrid! We’re so honoured. Here’s more about us and the role:
Estrid is an award-winning vegan razor and body care brand dedicated to reshaping the personal care industry. Founded in 2019 in Stockholm, Sweden, our products include steel razors, wax kits, vegan body care, deodorant and more. With a strong commitment to delivering high-quality products that empower individuals to embrace their authentic selves, Estrid is on a mission to revolutionise the way people experience shaving. Estrid’s products and subscriptions are distributed across Europe and distributed in over 11,000 doors, with millions of subscribers served.
Your purpose & impact:
As the Financial controller at Estrid, you will lead our Accounting department while ensuring efficient cooperation between the Finance department and other teams, as well as stakeholders, dependent on clear system management.
This pivotal role serves as one of the cornerstones of our business operations, ensuring meticulous financial management and strategy alignment. You will spearhead all accounting activities from overseeing daily operations to developing efficient processes through system optimization.
Some of the things you’ll do:
Ensure all financial operations are carried out in accordance with legal requirements and company policies, incl. VAT-reporting to different tax authorities throughout Europe with support from local tax consultants.
Lead the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports, providing insightful analysis on variances and reconciling the books for monthly reporting.
Be responsible for maintaining and implementing rigorous fiscal controls, regularly auditing processes and records to safeguard against discrepancies.
Manage relationships with external stakeholders such as auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance with all statutory obligations.
Streamline accounting procedures and implement new software tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
Mentor and develop the Accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and shared success.
Ensure payroll is processed in a timely manner with the help of external salary consultants.
Skills and experiences important for this role:
+7 years of experience from a leading finance role, preferably in an auditing firm and/or company with a high pace environment.
You possess a strong foundation in financial principles – with a focus on Swedish GAAP – and the ability to apply them in a creative studio setting like Estrid.
You exhibit proficiency in leading Accounting teams, ensuring tasks are delegated effectively and completed efficiently.
You have an excellent grasp of tax regulations and compliance requirements relevant to our industry, enabling us to navigate financial landscapes confidently.
You can implement and maintain robust financial systems and processes to support the scalability of Estrid.
You have an ability to collaborate across departments, providing financial insights that support decision-making and foster a culture of transparency.
You ensure ethical financial practices are upheld within the organization, promoting accountability and adherence to financial laws and standards.
Experience of working independently with monthly closing and reporting, incl. annual reports.
In-depth knowledge systems in general, specifically Microsoft Business Central, Excel & Google Sheets
Experience from international and retail companies is valuable.
Fluency in Swedish and English is a requirement
Culture we believe you thrive in:
To succeed in the role of Financial Controller, we think that you are ambitious, results-oriented, detail-oriented, and collaborative. You thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, and have a passion for community and disruption.
The Estrid culture isn’t just a collection of inspiring quotes we pin to our walls - it’s the foundation on which everything we do is built. The behaviours of every person matters. Our values are Impress the World, Raise Standards, Speed, and Frugality.
What you’ll get:
You will play an extremely important role in taking this brand to the next level, so you should desire to go above and beyond in your work. In turn, you will be joining an incredible company and team at an early stage where everything you do will have a huge impact. For the right person, there are great opportunities to develop and grow together with Estrid.
Does this sound like a role made for you? We’re looking forward to hearing from you (please apply with a resume/ cover letter in English)!
Warmly,
Estrid
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Office & Colleagues:
We’re a driven and ambitious team with offices in Stockholm and London. We’re now around 80 full-time employees, one third of which have international backgrounds. Our corporate language is English.
Join us!
Estrid is an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and you're welcome at Estrid for who you are. We believe that the more perspectives we have represented, the more we will thrive, grow and bring value to the world. Our community is for everyone, and the same is true for our workplace.
- Locations
- Stockholm
About Estrid
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Financial Controller
Psst… Are you who we’ve been looking for? We’re growing at record speed and we want passionate, hard-working, fun people like you to join us.
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