Finance Controller

at  FERTIN PHARMA AS

EXPERIENCE WITH CONSOLIDATING GROUP FINANCIALS

To be successful in the role, you have experience with interacting as a financial sparring partner with business controlling, local finance managers in group subsidiaries as well as stakeholders across all levels of the organization. You have experience consolidating group financials regarding budgeting and forecasting.
You have strong analytical skills, just as you understand how to divide problems into relevant parts, securing quality in the details while keeping a general view of your deliverables.
You are experienced in creating reports and presenting to management, and you understand how to convert complex data into simple and comprehensible language. You have a passion for, and evidence of, driving continuous improvements in a finance function, incl. automation using IT systems and robotics.
You have a proactive and structured work approach, and you are curious about the business behind the numbers. You will utilize your curiosity and knowledge to challenge the status quo, thereby contributing to the continuous development of the company and your personal career. You will be confident in managing stakeholders, ensuring their expectations are managed and fulfilled.

You are probably already working as a Financial Controller or as an accountant and possess the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in economics or auditing, and significant relevant working experience in an international environment or as an auditor with 3-5 years’ experience, preferably with auditing of medium-sized and larger clients, where experience with consolidation is obtained
• A strong personal drive, a sense of accountability, curiosity and desire to be part of a winning team
• Great stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate at all levels, manage conflicting priorities and influence change
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Proven ability of optimizing processes and a continuous improvement mindset
• Advanced IT skills within finance related systems such as ERP, consolidation systems, data warehouse and MS Excel. SAP experience is an advantage
• A well-structured working style with a good sense of detail

PLAY A KEY ROLE IN SUPPORTING HEALTHIER LIVING FOR PEOPLE ALL OVER THE WORLD

Fertin is a fully owned subsidiary of Philip Morris International, who have chosen to do something incredible. They are completely transforming their business and building a future on smoke-free products with the vision of one clear purpose - to deliver a smoke-free future. This aligns perfectly with Fertin’s mission and gives you the opportunity to:

• play a key role in supporting healthier living for people all over the world
• work with top tier pharma and nutraceutical companies in developing their business
• be part of a dynamic team and ambitious company, with dedicated employees who are focused on supporting their customers in a professional way

You have strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effortlessly in written and spoken English and live no more than an hour’s drive from the workplace in Vejle.
If you have any questions regarding the position, please feel free to contact Research Consultant Astrid Gjørup at +45 4412 2247.
Please note that we only need your CV when you apply for the position. Your inquiry will be treated confidentially and will not be disclosed without your consent

Other main tasks are to:

• Assist the other Finance Controllers in preparing financial closing and reporting (monthly and year-end)
• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring that their expectations and needs are managed and identify efficiencies where possible
• Act as the primary contact and gate keeper for information requests from HQ in relation to budgets and forecasts
• Ensure compliance with SOX and other internal control