Ekonomichef/Finance Manager

About the role

Finance Manager at Lely Center Lidköping

This page presents a new opportunity to join Lely Center Lidköping as Finance Manager. The role is designed for a professional who combines technical accounting skills with strategic insight. You will be responsible for the financial health of the center while supporting the local teams and the broader organization. The position requires a balance of detailed process control and high-level analysis.

Lely Center Lidköping operates within a dynamic and evolving environment. Your primary mission is to strengthen our financial foundation and help the business grow. You will work alongside colleagues dedicated to supporting farmers with innovative solutions. The focus is on ensuring financial processes are transparent, efficient, and accurate. This allows the business to concentrate on delivering value to the agricultural sector.

In this position, you take full ownership of the finance and administration function. You will manage a small, dedicated team and support their professional development. Collaboration is central to this role, as you will work closely with Lely's Financial Shared Service Center in the Netherlands. Your contributions will be vital to maintaining strong financial governance across the organization. You will translate complex financial data into clear recommendations that drive management decisions.

Key responsibilities for this role are diverse and significant. You will lead and develop the finance and administration team to ensure high performance. Ownership of accounting processes is essential, with a focus on accuracy and compliance. You will oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, the general ledger, and all supporting activities. Managing the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing cycles is a core duty.

also, you will coordinate financial reporting, budgeting, and cost control initiatives. Driving continuous improvement in financial processes is expected to enhance overall business efficiency. You will be responsible for structuring reports that clarify cost trends and inform performance choices. Scanning workflows will help remove friction and boost team efficiency. Building dashboards that turn ERP data into clear guidance for managers is a key task.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting and finance. You understand how financial insights directly contribute to business success. A structured and accurate approach to work is required. You must feel comfortable collaborating across teams to achieve shared goals. Your experience should include a deep understanding of financial reporting, bookkeeping, cost control, and budgeting.

To qualify for this position, specific educational and professional criteria must be met. A bachelor's or master's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is necessary. Previous experience in a similar finance role with a strong focus on accounting is required. Familiarity with financial reporting and ERP systems is essential. Experience with Movex is noted as a significant advantage.

Strong Excel skills are mandatory for data modeling and analysis. Fluency in both Swedish and English is required for daily communication. Since part of the recruitment team is English speaking, you must upload an English application. This ensures your application is reviewed without delay.

Lely Center Lidköping is located in the heart of Sweden's agricultural landscape. The center serves around 350 local dairy farmers with best-in-class robotic solutions. Your role will contribute directly to transforming Swedish dairy farming into a more resilient and technology-driven industry. The center employs a team of 40-55 dedicated professionals in Sales, Service, Farm Management Support, and Business Support.

Beyond the meaningful work, the position offers competitive compensation and benefits. The salary range is SEK 750,000 to SEK 850,000 gross per year, with opportunities for growth. A 10% bonus opportunity is available, along with 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Lely offers an international working environment that encourages initiative and entrepreneurship.

Lely is an international family-owned business with a global structure. From headquarters in the Netherlands, we manage nine regional clusters. These clusters coordinate activities across multiple countries. We collaborate with more than 200 Lely Centers worldwide, which are our route to the market. Lely Center Lidköping reflects our long-term commitment to the region. It demonstrates our belief in developing scalable, high-quality operations in-house.

This is your chance to make a significant impact. for the most current information. The role represents a challenging opportunity in an area with more cows than people. Join us to build a sustainable, profitable, and enjoyable future for farming.

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