Finance Manager

Our client, Qualisys, is seeking a Finance Manager to take ownership of the financial function for their North American business and support the company’s continued growth. Qualisys North America (QNA) is the Chicago-based US subsidiary of Qualisys AB, a publicly traded Swedish company headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. For more than 30 years, Qualisys has developed advanced motion capture technology used by customers across life sciences, biomechanics, robotics, engineering, entertainment, sports performance, and other research-driven industries. QNA operates with an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture, where employees have a direct impact on business performance and decision-making.

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About the PositionAs Finance Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial records and leading core accounting and financial operations for QNA. You will oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, manage compliance, audit, and tax activities, and serve as a trusted financial advisor to operational leadership. This newly established position offers an exciting opportunity to shape financial workflows, improve systems and processes, and establish best practices to support future growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on finance professional who thrives in an environment where ownership, accountability, and initiative are valued. You should be equally comfortable executing day-to-day accounting responsibilities as you are identifying opportunities for improvement and driving change across the organization.This role is based in Chicago, IL, and reports directly to the SVP of Qualisys North America with a dotted line to the CFO of Qualisys Group.
Main Tasks & ResponsibilitiesLead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processPrepare and maintain IFRS-compliant financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statementsPartner with leadership to develop annual budgets, maintain forecasts, and provide insights into financial performance and business trendsOversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activitiesMonitor cash flow, manage banking relationships, and prepare short-term cash forecastingEstablish, maintain, and strengthen internal controls to support financial integrity and complianceCoordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and other financial partnersEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements, including sales tax requirementsDrive process improvement, automation initiatives, and efficiencies across accounting and financial operationsOptimize and support the ongoing development of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and related financial systemsAct as a trusted advisor to leadership, supporting sound decision-making and business performance
What We Expect from YouYour Work Experience, Education, & SkillsBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related fieldMin 6 years of progressive accounting and finance experienceMin. 2 years of experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Senior Accounting Manager, or in a similar leadership roleProven ability to manage the full accounting cycle in a small-to-medium-sized business environmentStrong understanding of IFRS and financial reporting requirementsHands-on experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or a comparable ERP platform for accounting and financial managementExperience managing or coordinating external auditsAdvanced Excel skills and strong financial analysis capabilitiesExperience within manufacturing, xzbcwsv technology, or other product-based industries is highly beneficialFamiliarity with multi-entity, multi-state, or international reporting environments is preferredExperience supporting ERP implementation, system improvements, or process optimization initiatives is beneficialExcellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholdersSelf-motivated, accountable, and comfortable operating independentlyCollaborative and relationship-oriented, with the ability to work effectively across teams, functions, and culturesAdaptable and resourceful in a growing, evolving business environmentA proactive “builder” who enjoys creating structure, improving processes, and driving positive change
We offer more than just a jobThe opportunity to join a leading company where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be recognized and valuedA collaborative, international environment with both the stability of an established global company and the agility of a smaller organizationCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, and 401(k)