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Financial Manager

Godon Gekko

Cash Money

$$$

Dollar Dollar Bill

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Hey future Finance Hustler

The Role

Responsibilities

What We Look For

What We Offer

Make it happen!

Financial Manager

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Update on: July 2nd, 2024

Ayesha Akram

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Ayesha Akram

Talent Recruiter

Talent Scout, Recruitment Specialist

Ayesha Akram

Talent Recruiter

Talent Scout, Recruitment Specialist

Financial Manager

Godon Gekko

Cash Money

$$$

Dollar Dollar Bill

1 min read

Financial Manager

Godon Gekko

Cash Money

$$$

Dollar Dollar Bill

Financial Manager

Godon Gekko

Cash Money

$$$

Dollar Dollar Bill

Financial Manager

Godon Gekko

Cash Money

$$$

Dollar Dollar Bill

Hey future Finance Hustler

We’re FOR®—an independent, global-minded design and innovation partner proudly rooted in Helsinki but operating 100% remotely. We’ve got a big vision for building extraordinary brands and experiences, plus an equally big reputation for keeping our financials razor-sharp. No fluff: our credit score is literally AAA Platinum, and we’re determined to keep it that way.

The Role

We want a Financial Manager who doesn’t just skim the spreadsheets but actually relishes them. Think: squeaky-clean books, bulletproof budgeting, and smart forecasting that keeps us well ahead of any curveballs. You’ll champion everything from invoicing and cash flow to financial planning and strategy, ensuring every partner and project is profitable and every invoice is accounted for.

In short, you’ll be the steward of our AAA Platinum status—a guardian of the bottom line who knows how to scale that line upward without sacrificing the creative freedom that defines us. No shady business, just a little bit of that “Gordon Gekko” swagger (minus the moral dubiousness) to keep us on top of our financial game.

Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Planning

Own the budgeting process, setting targets and guiding the team to meet them.
Monitor KPIs (revenue, margin, cash flow) and present data-driven insights for strategic decisions.
Ensure compliance with local and international regulations, as we work with clients across the globe.

Accounting & Reporting

Oversee all financial operations: accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and monthly/quarterly close.
Produce timely, accurate financial statements and detailed internal reports.
Keep our AAA credit rating intact—because squeaky-clean financials = trust and growth.

Cash Flow & Revenue Management

Manage invoicing schedules, project budgets, and payment terms to maximize profitability and maintain healthy cash flow.
Partner with project managers and account leads to forecast revenue pipelines, identify potential gaps, and recommend solutions.
Approve vendor expenses and manage contract negotiations for cost-effectiveness, ensuring every euro spent serves the bigger vision.

Risk Assessment & Optimization

Mitigate financial risk through contingency planning, insurance oversight, and compliance checks.
Continuously refine processes—payment gateways, software tools, internal systems—to streamline our financial landscape.
Spot opportunities to grow profit margins, refine pricing strategies, and unlock new revenue streams.

Collaboration & Culture

Partner with creative teams to align financial goals with project realities—because budgeting doesn’t have to kill creativity.
Educate colleagues on best practices for expense management and project profitability.
Foster a culture where finance is not just spreadsheets, but a launchpad for bigger, bolder moves.

Financial Strategy & Planning

Own the budgeting process, setting targets and guiding the team to meet them.
Monitor KPIs (revenue, margin, cash flow) and present data-driven insights for strategic decisions.
Ensure compliance with local and international regulations, as we work with clients across the globe.

Accounting & Reporting

Oversee all financial operations: accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and monthly/quarterly close.
Produce timely, accurate financial statements and detailed internal reports.
Keep our AAA credit rating intact—because squeaky-clean financials = trust and growth.

Cash Flow & Revenue Management

Manage invoicing schedules, project budgets, and payment terms to maximize profitability and maintain healthy cash flow.
Partner with project managers and account leads to forecast revenue pipelines, identify potential gaps, and recommend solutions.
Approve vendor expenses and manage contract negotiations for cost-effectiveness, ensuring every euro spent serves the bigger vision.

Risk Assessment & Optimization

Mitigate financial risk through contingency planning, insurance oversight, and compliance checks.
Continuously refine processes—payment gateways, software tools, internal systems—to streamline our financial landscape.
Spot opportunities to grow profit margins, refine pricing strategies, and unlock new revenue streams.

Collaboration & Culture

Partner with creative teams to align financial goals with project realities—because budgeting doesn’t have to kill creativity.
Educate colleagues on best practices for expense management and project profitability.
Foster a culture where finance is not just spreadsheets, but a launchpad for bigger, bolder moves.

Financial Strategy & Planning

Own the budgeting process, setting targets and guiding the team to meet them.
Monitor KPIs (revenue, margin, cash flow) and present data-driven insights for strategic decisions.
Ensure compliance with local and international regulations, as we work with clients across the globe.

Accounting & Reporting

Oversee all financial operations: accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and monthly/quarterly close.
Produce timely, accurate financial statements and detailed internal reports.
Keep our AAA credit rating intact—because squeaky-clean financials = trust and growth.

Cash Flow & Revenue Management

Manage invoicing schedules, project budgets, and payment terms to maximize profitability and maintain healthy cash flow.
Partner with project managers and account leads to forecast revenue pipelines, identify potential gaps, and recommend solutions.
Approve vendor expenses and manage contract negotiations for cost-effectiveness, ensuring every euro spent serves the bigger vision.

Risk Assessment & Optimization

Mitigate financial risk through contingency planning, insurance oversight, and compliance checks.
Continuously refine processes—payment gateways, software tools, internal systems—to streamline our financial landscape.
Spot opportunities to grow profit margins, refine pricing strategies, and unlock new revenue streams.

Collaboration & Culture

Partner with creative teams to align financial goals with project realities—because budgeting doesn’t have to kill creativity.
Educate colleagues on best practices for expense management and project profitability.
Foster a culture where finance is not just spreadsheets, but a launchpad for bigger, bolder moves.

What We Look For

3–5 years of financial management experience, ideally within a creative or consultancy environment.
Proven record of elevating financial performance: you’ve steered budgets, balanced multiple project accounts, and come out shining.
Command of financial software and remote collaboration tools. QuickBooks, Xero, or advanced Excel wizards all welcome.
An affinity for detail—typos in financials can cost real money.
Confidence in your own viewpoint, but an open mind to creative synergy. You’re happy to push back when needed—cordially, of course.
Clear, compelling communication skills (written, verbal, and digital) to keep cross-functional teams aligned.
A dash of that “hustle” gene: we’re an agile, fast-paced environment, so you’ll thrive on variety and quick decision-making.

3–5 years of financial management experience, ideally within a creative or consultancy environment.
Proven record of elevating financial performance: you’ve steered budgets, balanced multiple project accounts, and come out shining.
Command of financial software and remote collaboration tools. QuickBooks, Xero, or advanced Excel wizards all welcome.
An affinity for detail—typos in financials can cost real money.
Confidence in your own viewpoint, but an open mind to creative synergy. You’re happy to push back when needed—cordially, of course.
Clear, compelling communication skills (written, verbal, and digital) to keep cross-functional teams aligned.
A dash of that “hustle” gene: we’re an agile, fast-paced environment, so you’ll thrive on variety and quick decision-making.

3–5 years of financial management experience, ideally within a creative or consultancy environment.
Proven record of elevating financial performance: you’ve steered budgets, balanced multiple project accounts, and come out shining.
Command of financial software and remote collaboration tools. QuickBooks, Xero, or advanced Excel wizards all welcome.
An affinity for detail—typos in financials can cost real money.
Confidence in your own viewpoint, but an open mind to creative synergy. You’re happy to push back when needed—cordially, of course.
Clear, compelling communication skills (written, verbal, and digital) to keep cross-functional teams aligned.
A dash of that “hustle” gene: we’re an agile, fast-paced environment, so you’ll thrive on variety and quick decision-making.

What We Offer

100% remote-first culture with a hub in Helsinki, Finland—our roots may be Nordic, but we’re borderless in execution.
The satisfaction of protecting and advancing an AAA Platinum-level financial standing—seriously, that’s a badge of honor.
Competitive compensation, generous benefits, and a collaborative atmosphere that values both creative flair and financial rigor.
Career growth and training opportunities, plus direct engagement with dynamic, purpose-driven clients.
A chance to define what finance means in a new era of design and brand-building—where creative meets commerce, and good numbers spark big ambitions.

100% remote-first culture with a hub in Helsinki, Finland—our roots may be Nordic, but we’re borderless in execution.
The satisfaction of protecting and advancing an AAA Platinum-level financial standing—seriously, that’s a badge of honor.
Competitive compensation, generous benefits, and a collaborative atmosphere that values both creative flair and financial rigor.
Career growth and training opportunities, plus direct engagement with dynamic, purpose-driven clients.
A chance to define what finance means in a new era of design and brand-building—where creative meets commerce, and good numbers spark big ambitions.

100% remote-first culture with a hub in Helsinki, Finland—our roots may be Nordic, but we’re borderless in execution.
The satisfaction of protecting and advancing an AAA Platinum-level financial standing—seriously, that’s a badge of honor.
Competitive compensation, generous benefits, and a collaborative atmosphere that values both creative flair and financial rigor.
Career growth and training opportunities, plus direct engagement with dynamic, purpose-driven clients.
A chance to define what finance means in a new era of design and brand-building—where creative meets commerce, and good numbers spark big ambitions.

Make it happen!

Ready to Keep FOR® Squeaky Clean and Profitable?
If reading P&L statements makes your heart flutter (in a good way) and you’re ready to keep our AAA rating shining bright, we want to hear from you.

First stop: Reach out to Ayesha K. on LinkedIn, because you’ll want an inside scoop on the team vibe.
Next up: Slide into Toni Hukkanen’s DMs on LinkedIn.

Make it happen. Let’s keep the finances looking sharp, the creative energy high, and show the world that, yes, the real action can be in the numbers. Ready to roll? Let’s talk.

First stop: Reach out to Ayesha K. on LinkedIn, because you’ll want an inside scoop on the team vibe.
Next up: Slide into Toni Hukkanen’s DMs on LinkedIn.

Make it happen. Let’s keep the finances looking sharp, the creative energy high, and show the world that, yes, the real action can be in the numbers. Ready to roll? Let’s talk.

First stop: Reach out to Ayesha K. on LinkedIn, because you’ll want an inside scoop on the team vibe.
Next up: Slide into Toni Hukkanen’s DMs on LinkedIn.

Make it happen. Let’s keep the finances looking sharp, the creative energy high, and show the world that, yes, the real action can be in the numbers. Ready to roll? Let’s talk.

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