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Job Title:  Business Controller

Location: 

Riga, LV

Reference No: 3197

Office Type: Office 

Elevate Your Career with Zalaris

Zalaris is a rapidly expanding global leader in Tech HR and payroll solutions.

We’re big enough for you to grow and be a part of an international environment but small enough for you to be visible and truly make a difference.

We foster open communication and short decision-making paths that encourage creative and innovative thinking.

Zalaris’ culture is rooted in values inspired by Nordic working ethos: everyone matters, aiming high and team spirit. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone brings their own uniqueness. Zalaris’ employees come from different backgrounds, cultures, and walks of life, and we are proud of it.

About the Role

At Zalaris, we enable businesses to manage HR and payroll operations efficiently across multiple countries.  

We’re looking for a proactive and analytical Controller to strengthen financial governance and support decision-making across one of our regions. In this key role, you will provide financial insights, ensure accurate reporting, and act as a trusted advisor to managers and operational teams. You will be instrumental in driving financial control, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. 

This position is ideal for someone who combines strong financial expertise with a structured and collaborative mindset. The position will be responsible for the follow up of Baltics and Czech Republic and report to Finance Manager for region Northern Europe who sits is in Oslo, Norway.  

Your Responsibilities

  • Support Country Managers, Operations, Service Delivery Managers, and Project Managers with financial performance follow-up and proactive analysis 
  • Ensure accurate financial control of profit and loss statements and alignment with business targets 
  • Manage month-end closing activities, including revenue and cost recognition, within deadlines and quality standards 
  • Validate financial data in SAP and Power BI to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness 
  • Prepare and deliver monthly business review reports, analysing revenue, margins, and cost centre performance 
  • Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement 
  • Coordinate and support budget and forecast processes, ensuring quality and compliance with group instructions 
  • Provide structured financial analyses and reports for ad hoc requests from management and operational teams 
  • Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and maintain high standards of quality and timeliness 

Your Experience and Skills

  • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in financial controlling, business analysis, or similar roles 
  • Strong understanding of P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis 
  • Experience with SAP, Power BI, and advanced Excel skills 
  • Ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights effectively to non-financial stakeholders 
  • Proactive, analytical, and structured mindset with strong problem-solving skills 
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, fluent in English (additional Nordic language is a plus) 
  • Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification 

What we offer

  • Salary starting at 2300 – 3000 EUR gross for based on seniority, technical and business experience, and skills.  
  • A chance to work in a truly international environment, partnering with diverse teams and leaders across our global operations 
  • Flexible work arrangements: balancing remote and in-office work.    
  • Premium health insurance with platinum-level coverage, including sports, dentistry, mental health support, massages, and more.    
  • Daily meal perks: lunch compensation and office snacks 
  • Modern city-center office: rooftop terrace, free parking, and a dog-friendly policy - bring your pet to work!    
  • Extra vacation days, seniority-based additional leave, paid doctors visit hours, and flexible working time.    
  • Continuous learning opportunities: training, career coaching, and professional development opportunities.    
  • Career growth: a clear progression path, global career opportunities within the group, and an annual, transparent salary review.    
  • Team spirit & events: annual winter and summer celebrations, regular team-building activities, and a company sports club for marathons, charity runs, cycling races, and more.    
  • Supportive & inclusive workplace: a diverse international team, values rooted in Scandinavian culture, and strong engagement and employee experience scores.    
  • Additional perks: paid participation in sports events and a range of benefits designed to support your well-being, flexibility, and work-life balance.   

Ready to become part of our team? Join us at Zalaris and be a part of a vibrant, collaborative community of Tech HR and payroll experts dedicated to grow and innovate. #team Zalaris

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