Senior Process Expert/Process Expert, Fixed assets and Leases

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We are now looking for an experienced Senior Process Expert to join our Fixed Assets and Leases team within UPM Finance & Control. This position is based in Tampere Business Hub, Finland, and Wrocław Business Hub, Poland.

Greetings from your future manager

"Welcome to UPM! Our team is committed to delivering high-quality solutions while continuously improving the way we work. We value curiosity, teamwork, and new ideas, and we encourage everyone to take ownership and contribute to our shared success. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to work on engaging tasks, collaborate with experts across the organization, and help shape the future of our operations. I am excited to have you on board and look forward to working together.”- Aleksandra Klimek, Manager, Finance & Control

What you will do

• Perform and coordinate complex Fixed Assets accounting and reporting activities, while supporting Fixed Assets tax reporting for Finnish entities, including the preparation and validation of tax-related asset reports 

• Ensure compliance with IFRS, local statutory requirements, UPM policies, internal controls, and business rules

• Monitor and develop Fixed Assets processes to ensure operational excellence and reporting quality

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities

• Prepare and review reconciliations, analyses, and reporting related to Fixed Assets and Leases

• Participate in projects, system enhancements, process improvements, and automation initiatives

• Collaborate with Business Finance, Tax, Digital & IT Team, and external stakeholders

• Support audits and provide accounting expertise for business and finance teams

• Contribute to process standardization, documentation, and knowledge sharing within the organization

Who you are

• You have a university degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

• You have solid experience in fixed assets accounting; lease accounting experience is an advantage

• You have a strong understanding of IFRS and Finnish GAAP related to fixed assets and reporting

• You have knowledge of Finnish tax regulations and reporting requirements related to fixed assets

• You have experience working with ERP systems such as SAP (FCC and S/4)

• You are analytical and have strong problem-solving skills

• You are able to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• You have strong communication and stakeholder management skills and are fluent in English and Finnish

This is what we offer to you 

• A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.  

• A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees. 

• Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth. 

• Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

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Additional information about the position

This position offers a hybrid working model, combining remote work from home with regular on-site collaboration.
 

The position holder will report to Manager, Finance & Control.

For further information about the role, please contact Aleksandra Klimek, Manager, Finance & Control, at tel. +48607430255 between 27 July to 7 August.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by August 30, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline.

For support with submitting your application, please contact the HR Services team at [email protected] or tel. +4823999499 (PL)/ +358204146600 (FIN).

Learn more about how to apply from our Careers page.

Country-specific information 

For UPM positions located in Finland, a security background check may be performed for those selected in accordance with the company recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act 726/2014.

If you have any concerns about the recruitment and selection process, you can report those online through the UPM Report Misconduct channel using the link: https://www.upm.com/investors/governance/compliance/reportmisconduct/

UPM is a material solutions company, renewing products and entire value chains with an extensive portfolio of renewable fibres, advanced materials, decarbonization solutions, and communication papers. In Poland, UPM is running two factories near Wrocław, a Human Resources Service Center in Kraków and UPM Hub Poland at the heart of the city of Wrocław. At the moment, the Hub brings together over 600 professionals in customer, supplier and financial services.

What makes us unique? The Finnish leadership culture encourages people in personal growth and self-development. Our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage – are visible in our everyday work. We are committed to ambitious sustainability targets, and we keep aiming higher. Got interested? Join us on this exciting path!

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