The Europe Financial Controlling Uplift Project at KONE is a strategic initiative designed to enhance the efficiency, quality, and scalability of financial controlling operations across Europe. The project brings together process improvements, harmonized ways of working, and specialized expertise to support business growth and evolving finance requirements.
A key element of the initiative is the establishment of Centers of Excellence, which will drive best practices, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across Europe Financial Controlling at KONE.
We’re now looking for a Financial Controller (M&A CoE) to join our Europe Financial Controlling Uplift Project
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a highly visible, Europe-wide transformation initiative and collaborate with stakeholders across multiple countries and functions.
This position can be located to any KONE office in advertised countries with Finance Operations.
About the role
We are looking for a Financial Controller to join the newly established M&A Center of Excellence. In this role, you will act as a key finance partner to the global M&A team, ensuring accurate accounting and reporting for M&A transactions.
You will play an important role in defining IFRS 3 accounting treatments, supporting post-acquisition system integrations as a Finance subject matter expert, and managing internal merger accounting activities. You will also work closely with external stakeholders, Group Reporting, and other global process owners.
Key responsibilities
Manage accounting topics related to IFRS 3
Manage accounting entries for M&A activities, including local GAAP adjustments
Collaborate with KONE Business Services to ensure correct transaction recognition
Contribute to monthly and quarterly closing of consolidated financials
Support transformation initiatives as a Finance process champion
Manage internal merger projects from a financial reporting perspective
Contribute to the development of M&A-related finance processes, solutions, and internal controls
Support Group and statutory audits related to M&A accounting topics
What we are looking for
Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
Around 4–7 years of in-depth experience in finance, preferably in an international environment or Big4
Strong knowledge of IFRS and ability to translate accounting standards into practical applications
Experience with ERP or accounting systems (SAP is highly valued)
Analytical and forward-looking mindset with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Strong collaboration, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to partner with the business, provide insights, and translate accounting topics into practical solutions
Interest in financial modelling or automation is a plus
Willingness to travel occasionally
Fluent English; other European languages are an advantage
Why join this opportunity?
Be part of a high-impact, global M&A environment within a Europe-wide transformation programme at KONE
Contribute to building and shaping a Center of Excellence
Work in a collaborative, international setting with diverse stakeholders
Gain exposure to complex M&A transactions and strategic initiatives
Benefit from flexible working arrangements and continuous learning opportunities
Want to #JoinOurFlow ?
If you think this could be an inspiring challenge for you, please tell us more about yourself and why you are interested in this specific role and submit your CV and cover letter via our Careers site already today but no later than June 28th 2026.
For additional information please contact Alexandre Sigué ([email protected]), Global Process Owner, for Record to Report
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Skills Required
- Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Approximately 4-7 years of finance experience, preferably international or Big4
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and ability to apply accounting standards practically
- Experience with ERP or accounting systems (SAP highly valued)
- Analytical, forward-looking mindset with ability to meet tight deadlines
- Strong collaboration, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to partner with the business and translate accounting topics into practical solutions
- Willingness to travel occasionally
- Fluent English
- Interest in financial modelling or automation
- Knowledge of other European languages
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At KONE, our mission is to improve the flow of urban life. This means understanding urbanization and, together with our partners and customers, helping cities to become better and more sustainable places to live. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, KONE provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization to add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Through more effective People Flow®, we make people's journeys safe, convenient and reliable, in taller, smarter buildings. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, we operate in more than 60 countries around the world, employ over 60,000 people and serve 550,000 customers. In 2022, KONE had annual sales of EUR 10.9 billion. KONE class B shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. in Finland.
