Head of Financial Control and Systems

Ericsson has a vision to lead in the emerging Enterprise 5G networking and security markets and establish 5G as a communication platform via global network APIs.Business Area Enterprise Wireless Solutions (BEWS) plays a fundamental role in achieving this goal by building a differentiated enterprise networking and security product portfolio and by scaling a global multi-channel go-to-market.

Leveraging Ericsson's proven leadership in cellular, our long-term goal is to become the default choice and trusted partner for any organization's wireless network infrastructure - with cellular as the entry point and zero trust security as a norm.

Join our Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions Finance and Commercial Management team as the Head of Financial Control and Systems. In this role, you will play a key leadership role overseeing financial control, accounting and systems for the business. You will be responsible for driving financial performance, optimizing resource allocation, and supporting strategic decision-making. You will also bring strong analytical skills, exceptional business acumen, and an ability to lead and develop a high-performing finance team in a complex, fast-paced environment.

This role will report to the Head of Finance and Commercial Management and serve as a member of the Finance and Commercial Management Leadership Team.

Leadership and Vision:
* Provide visionary leadership for the controllership function, establishing a high-performing team dedicated to financial excellence.
* Develop and execute a comprehensive vision for the organization to support strong growth and increasing complexity.
* Mentor and develop the accounting and system teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
Strategic Financial Insights:
* Provide financial insights and analysis to senior leadership, contributing to strategy formulation and decision-making.
* Support management reporting processes with timely and accurate financial data.
Financial Reporting and Compliance Experience:
* Oversee all aspects of accounting end-to-end, including revenue recognition, general ledger, consolidation, balance sheet accounts, tax, cash flow, SOX and international accounting.
* Oversee the production of accurate and timely financial reports, including financial statements, management commentary, and regulatory submissions.
* Manage accounting and consolidations for subsidiaries, partnerships, and other structures to enable the growth ambitions for the business.
* Oversee legal entity governance for legal entities in scope and represent the organization in board and audit meetings.
* Ensure compliance with accounting standards, group directives and manage complex technical accounting areas.
* Direct the preparation and accuracy of financial statements to meet regulatory requirements.

Operational Efficiency, Process Optimization and System Evolution Experience:
* Lead the collaboration with Group Finance functions to secure compliance and leverage skills and scale to meet business demands and run an efficient financial control and accounting function.
* Lead efforts to optimize accounting operations, streamline processes, and improve reporting efficiencies through innovative policies, technology and doubling down on AI.
* Implement advanced financial tools and systems in close collaboration with other finance teams to automate processes, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce manual workload.
* Drive enhancements in ERP, billing and order management systems using AI-based automation tools.
* Identify and lead opportunities to integrate AI and automation into accounting operations and reconciliation.
* Work closely with the head of Business Finance and Transformation to ensure understanding of variances to budget and enhance financial forecasting through AI-powered insights.
Internal Controls and Risk Management acumen:
* Design, implement, and oversee robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
* Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring long-term stability and integrity.
Audit, Taxation and Treasury Management:
* Lead and coordinate external audits, ensuring compliance and transparency, and manage relationships with audit partners.
* Oversee full compliance with tax obligations, optimizing tax strategies and overseeing audits by tax authorities.
* Oversee cash flow management to ensure optimal liquidity and financial stability, supporting business operations and strategic initiatives.
* Develop strategies to enhance cash flow visibility and reporting, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
* Collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to align accounting strategies with business objectives.
* Support financial planning and analysis, treasury operations, investor relations, and M&A due diligence and integration.

* 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with most recent scope at a senior leadership level (VP+).
* Experience within a matrix organization leading financial control for a stand-alone business unit within a publicly traded organization.
* Consolidation and reporting experience working in a parent company with multiple business units operating in multiple geographies.
* Experience in high tech, software or telco industry preferred
* Chartered Accountant (CPA/CA) with previous progressive experience in an accounting/audit firm.
* Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in IFRS and US GAAP
* Previous experience managing external financial audits
* Knowledge of US Income and Indirect Taxation
* Strong financial systems knowledge and experience including MS Dynamics 365
* A natural leader with strong people management and coaching skills.
* A strong and organized leader that can manage financial processes but also distill communication with the executive team and business leaders.
* High level of initiative to prioritize, multi-task, deal with ambiguity and manage projects and deal with people and situations in a professional manner within a dynamic environment.
* Handle highly sensitive information with absolute confidentiality and professionalism
* Excellent communication skills both oral and written, as well as the ability to facilitate both small and large groups in a variety of forms including presentations, working meetings, business reviews and informal discussions