Group Financial Controller
Firstvet
Group Financial Controller
We’re hiring a Group Financial Controller! Own Swedish reports, tax filings, and global compliance. Join FirstVet and shape the financial future of a fast-growing, pet-focused health tech company.
Join us in changing how pet care is provided worldwide!
FirstVet’s mission is to radically improve the way pet owners navigate care for their furry loved ones. We break down friction in the pet care continuum by making affordable, on-demand vet care accessible by allowing pet owners to instantly connect with licensed veterinarians via their smart devices. Our solution contributes to a more balanced and better functioning care process for all parties.
The Role:
As Group Financial Controller, you will play a key role in strengthening our financial operations and compliance across all our markets. You will oversee financial reporting, manage tax matters, and coordinate with external accounting firms to ensure smooth monthly and yearly closing processes. This role includes a strong focus on the Swedish entities but also carries a global responsibility for tax-related matters.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is both detail-oriented and strategic, with the ability to see the bigger picture and contribute to long-term financial planning.
Your Responsibilities:
Prepare and submit annual reports for all Swedish legal entities
Coordinate and manage external accounting firms and internal accountants to ensure timely and accurate monthly closings, year-end closings, and audits
Coach and lead internal accounting colleagues
Prepare and file all Swedish tax declarations, including corporate income tax, VAT, and employer-related taxes
Act as the main point of contact for our global tax matters, working closely with external accounting and tax advisors in all countries where FirstVet operates
Own and develop the group’s financial reporting and consolidation processes
Lead the annual audit process and ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards
Monitor and improve internal financial controls and procedures
Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial systems and data flows across the company
Who we are:
We are a young and fast-growing start-up, working passionately to build a high-quality service and an expansive global company. We value personal qualities at least as much as background and experiences. We put a lot of effort into building a trusting culture where we collaborate to achieve our high goals and have fun together, yet in a professional environment. We know the importance of talking about our mistakes to learn from them. By doing so we constantly develop as individuals, as a team as well as a company.
Desired Qualifications:
Minimum 5+ years of experience in financial controlling, accounting, or auditing at group level
Strong understanding of Swedish accounting and tax regulations
Experience working with multiple legal entities and international accounting firms
Experience working in the Swedish, Finish, German, UK and US markets
Solid experience in coordinating audits and preparing statutory financial statements
Excellent skills in Excel/Google Sheets; experience with tools like Quickbooks, Xledger, DATEV or similar is a plus
Strong communication skills in English and Swedish
High attention to detail and a structured way of working
Experience from a tech-driven or international scale-up is a strong plus
We’re a pet-orientated organization and it’s not unusual for a dog or cat to join our Zoom calls! So, if you want to take part in changing how pet care is provided worldwide – FirstVet might be the right place for you!
Interviews are held continuously so don’t wait too long with sending us your application.
Stockholm
Workplace and Culture
You will be part of a fantastic group of people, based in several countries, who believe that having fun together in a professional environment will build a long-lasting company culture where everyone gives 100%. We are a young and fast-growing start-up, working passionately to build a high-quality service and an expansive global company. We value personal qualities as much as background and experiences.
We’re a pet-orientated organization and it’s not unusual for a dog or cat to join our Zoom calls!
About FirstVet
With FirstVet, the vet clinic, pet shop and pharmacy are only one tap away. Get fast advice, trusted care and the right pet supplies – every day, all year round.