- Job Title: Finance Business Partner – Corporate & Operations
- Department: Finance
- Location: Espoo, Finland
- Reports to: FP&A Director
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Working Arrangement: Hybrid
- Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO)
The Mission of the Finance Business Partner – Corporate and Operations
The Finance Business Partner is a key role, directly supporting the Corporate and Operations functions by collaborating closely with three members of ICEYE’s executive team: the Chief Financial Officer, SVP Operations, and General Counsel, as well as their respective senior leadership teams.
Operating in a fast-paced environment, this role is responsible for ownership of Corporate and Operations forecasting, financial reporting, and long-range planning. A core aspect of the position is applying forward-looking financial judgment to directly influence scaling and investment decisions and supporting critical corporate projects.
Who We Are
ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy – day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.
As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE’s near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring (including oil-spill detection), and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience.
ICEYE operates internationally with offices in Finland, Poland, Spain, Japan, the UAE, Greece, and the US. The company has more than 900 employees, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.
Requirements
Expected Outcomes & Requirements
Outcomes:
- Establish yourself as a trusted financial partner to the CFO, SVP Operations, GC and leadership teams, actively shaping supporting function strategy, investment trade-offs, and scale decisions.
- Own Corporate and Operations’ forecasting and financial reporting with a clear focus on forward-looking insight-surfacing cost, yield, timing, and capital risks early and enabling leadership to act decisively.
- Develop robust business and investment cases to enable informed decisions on IT and overhead decisions.
- Own company wide headcount planning consolidation to enable HR, Facilities and Talent teams to rightsize for future activity volumes.
- Engage with key stakeholders across Corporate, Operations, Finance, and other teams to ensure transparency and alignment.
- Contribute to the broader Finance organization in reporting, planning, and forecasting, including participation in long-term strategic planning.
- Partner with Corporate Controlling to ensure accurate accounting treatment and smooth financial processes.
Role-specific Competences
- Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- 7-12 years of proven experience in financial planning, business partnering, or strategic finance roles.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and collaborate across diverse stakeholder groups.
- A proactive self-starter with a hands-on mindset and the ability to operate both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to structure complex problems, analyze data, and communicate insights effectively to senior stakeholders.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to operate credibly in technical and operational discussions, challenge assumptions, and translate complexity into clear financial trade-offs for senior decision-makers.
- Experience in the technology sector or in large-scale technology organizations is considered a strong advantage.
- Fluency in English.
- Role based in Espoo, Finland.
Key Competences
In addition to the requirements above, we evaluate candidates on these key qualities throughout the hiring process:
- Intellectual Firepower: Rapidly comprehends, structures and synthesizes complex information, draws accurate conclusions, and communicates them with clarity.
- Passion & Work Ethic: Brings sustained motivation, resilience, and high personal standards to every challenge.
- Ownership & Action: Assumes full accountability for outcomes, acting decisively, and ensuring commitments are delivered.
- Team Player: Works collaboratively across teams, contributing to shared success, and engaging in constructive debate.
- Integrity & Growth Mindset: Operates with transparency and humility, learns from setbacks, and actively seeks opportunities to grow.
Application Process
- Interview with Talent Attraction Partner
- Interview with FP&A Director
- Interview with SVP Operations, GC, or CFO
Benefits
What We Offer at ICEYE
At ICEYE, you will join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. We know that we will succeed only through exceptional people in our team – which is why your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority.
As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. You will benefit from continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and integrity. ICEYE is a place where your contributions have a visible impact, and where we celebrate success together.
Benefits
- A job that matters in a dynamic Defence Technology and Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach
- An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
- Occupational healthcare, occupational, and accident insurance
- A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)
- Phone subscription with iPhone of choice
- Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
- Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
- Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
- Base salary range for this position is contingent on your experience level, and will be negotiated individually.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At ICEYE, we believe that diversity isn’t just a buzzword – it’s our greatest asset.
We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. We know that diverse perspectives breed innovation and creativity, which is why we actively seek out individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences.
Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. Join us and be part of a team where differences are not only embraced but cherished, because together, we’re stronger.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who may need workplace adjustments. If you require any specific accommodations or assistance during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know.
Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.