Finance Controller

We are looking for a Finance Controller (Group Controller / Financial Analyst) to join our Group Finance team. The position can be based in any of our CEE Kinstellar offices and will support our finance operations across the firm.

In this role you will provide professional financial support to Group Management, the Group CFO, the Head of Finance at Kinstellar and local finance managers. The role includes finance controlling and coordination functions for SEA colleagues and local management.

You will work closely with the Group Finance Director and the FP&A function to support smooth and efficient financial management across the firm. You will also provide group support to Kinstellar Finance Manager(s) and Kinstellar’s affiliated organisations, helping to maintain effective financial operations and ensuring a robust corporate planning and reporting process.

The role is suited to a candidate with strong analytical skills, sound judgement and a hands-on approach, who is comfortable working with complex data and collaborating with colleagues in multiple jurisdictions.

In this role you will:

Drive group-wide financial reporting and KPI monitoring across 25+ entities in 15+ countries;
Lead the budgeting cycle and challenge performance against targets, turning data into clear actions;
Identify risks and trends, providing forward-looking insights and recommendations for management;
Build and assess business cases, M&A and expansion projects, including financial modelling and PE-related support;
Act as a trusted partner to the Group CFO, Group Finance Director and local finance teams, supporting budgeting, forecasting and decision-making;
Own and enhance group controlling processes and data systems, ensuring consistent, high-quality financial information.

Key skills and experience required:

University degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field;
Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in financial planning, controlling, reporting, and analysis;
Strong understanding of financial processes and principles;
Excellent command of MS Excel and proficiency in MS PowerPoint; experience with ERP systems and planning tools is an advantage;
Strong logical and analytical thinking, with high attention to detail;
Proactive mindset, strong initiative, and the ability to prioritise effectively;
Reliability, accountability, and the ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with others;
Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to explain financial matters clearly and constructively;
Team spirit, intercultural awareness, and genuine interest in working in an international environment.

Only candidates who meet all the requirements set out above will be considered for the position.

What we offer

At Kinstellar, we prioritize your goals. We begin by understanding your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities that unlock your full potential. By joining our team of exceptional talents, you become part of our high culture where we are committed to your personal and professional growth. We offer:

High-level corporate culture: Our culture comes to life through our five core values: Excellence, Insight, Integrity, Team Spirit and Drive. At Kinstellar, we place a premium on integrity and are the only regional law firm with a dedicated risk and compliance team, along with a comprehensive anti-corruption compliance program.
Learning & development: Benefit from professional development and training in a leading Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), Southeast Europe (SEE) and Central Asia (CA) law firm, engaging in interesting work for reputable local and international clients.
Wellbeing: Experience comprehensive benefits tailored to individual needs, fostering your mental and physical wellbeing. We prioritize your work-life balance with firm-wide days off and offer competitive compensation, including future salary growth and an annual performance bonus.
Social impact: Engage in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives for both local and global impact. Our employee-driven Community Investment program includes pro bono work, volunteering, donations, and sponsorships.

Why Kinstellar?

At Kinstellar, we provide premium legal services and pride ourselves on having a collaborative, team oriented, future looking culture providing unique development opportunities to grow in a highly supportive working environment throughout all stages of your career. At Kinstellar you will have the opportunity to work with outstanding lawyers of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), Southeast Europe (SEE) and Central Asia (CA) and of the world’s greatest referring law firms on highly complex cases. We are a purpose-driven organization, with outstanding sector and service line expertise, knowledge and commitment to client service and innovation.

We know our people value flexibility around when and where they work. So, we are committed to offering a more adaptable way to work, balancing the way you work and your lifestyle with hybrid working options.

We will support your career aspirations by offering access to mobility programs such as intra- office secondments and secondments with referring law firms where possible. These programs give you the chance to travel to other countries, engage with international clients, lawyers and develop your networks.

Equal opportunities

Kinstellar provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants and strictly prohibits discrimination based on ethnicity, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristics.

Joining Kinstellar means working with some of the finest legal minds in CEE, SEE & CA on the region's most challenging mandates. We attract the best and brightest talents to help us continue our stellar growth.

Do you consider yourself Stellar?

To apply

At Kinstellar we welcome direct applications. Please send your application (CV and cover letter) in English to Olena Horon, Regional HR Manager at . We will be in touch with you once we have reviewed your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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