Financial Controller

Description Welcome to SSC Space (formerly Swedish Space Corporation), the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular.

With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, spacecraft consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, and much more.

SSC Space also has one of the world’s largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications. We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future.

Are you ready to take on a broad and senior finance role in an international and project driven environment?

We are now looking for a skilled and proactive Financial Controller to join our finance team in Solna. In this role, you will work closely with both the accounting and controlling teams and take ownership of financial controlling, project accounting, IFRS related reporting, and support towards several international entities within the SSC Space group.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys combining hands-on accounting work with analytical finance responsibilities, while collaborating with stakeholders across different countries and business areas.

Requirements

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Solid experience within accounting and financial controlling.
• Good knowledge of IFRS, preferably including IFRS 15.
• Experience working in an international environment with multiple entities.
• Experience collaborating with external auditors, accounting firms, or tax advisors.
• Strong analytical skills and a structured way of working.
• Comfortable taking ownership and driving work independently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with different stakeholders.
• Professional fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial controlling activities in close collaboration with the accounting and controlling teams.
• Take responsibility for Percentage of Completion (POC) calculations for customer projects.
• Follow up and ensure compliance with IFRS 15 related to project revenue recognition.
• Act as the Senior Company Accountant for SSC Space Australia and serve as the main contact towards local accounting firms and external auditors. Prepare financial statements, accruals, and provisions. Reconcile current tax and deferred tax.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders as well as external auditors and tax advisors.

Benefits

• A broad and responsible role combining financialcontrolling, accounting, IFRS, and project finance.
• A unique opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects and play an active role in both the Swedish and international space industry.
• An excellent opportunity for personal and career development.
• An exciting, international workplace characterized by an open atmosphere and proud employees all over the world.

Additional Benefits

• In addition to vacation and traditional public holidays, we offer extra paid leave throughout the year, such as time off between Christmas and New Year, Ascension Day, amounting to 6-11 extra days depending on the calendar.
• Wellness allowance of SEK 5,000 per year.
• Health benefits such as voluntary health insurance and regular health checks for eligible employees.
• Access to a benefit bike through a tax-efficient leasing program.
• Support for employee-driven activities that promote connection, health, and culture across teams.
• Collective Agreement, including good pensions plans, parental pay and insurance.

Location

This is a full-time, permanent position based at our office in Solna Strand.

Further information

For questions regarding employment terms or union-related matters, you are welcome to contact our union representatives:

Sveriges Ingenjörer: SverigesIngenjorer-AF@sscspace.com

Unionen: unionen@sscspace.com

Next Step

If this opportunity sparks your interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible! We review applications continuously and will conduct interviews throughout the process. Please note that the recruitment process may take some time, and feedback or updates may therefore not always be immediate throughout the process. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

You can submit your application up until 2026-05-22, which is the latest possible date for consideration.

Please note, however, that the position may be filled before this date, and the advertisement may therefore close earlier. This allows us to manage the process efficiently and give each application the attention it deserves.

When applying, please include your CV. While you are welcome to include a brief personal note or letter, our evaluation will primarily focus on your skills and qualifications as outlined in your CV, ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process.

This position requires approved pre-employment screening. These controls are based on the role that you will fulfill within the company. Additional requirements regarding citizenship may apply.

We help Earth benefit from Space

SSC Space is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space.

With local presence on all continents and about 800 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions.

We help Earth benefit from Space.

Learn more at sscspace.com