Nordic Country Controller

IFF

. Act as the primary local finance coordinator and point of contact for statutory reporting, compliance, and controllership activities across Denmark, Sweden, and Finland .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeSpainMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in statutory reporting, compliance, and audit coordination across the Nordic region, with a strong focus on financial reporting and internal controls. Proven ability to manage cross-country financial activities and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure adherence to local regulations.

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Statutory ReportingAudit CoordinationFinancial Statement PreparationERP Systems ProficiencyNordic Tax Regulations Knowledge

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Hard Skills

AccountingFinancial ReportingBalance Sheet ReviewReconciliationInternal ControlsStatutory AuditsFinancial Statement Variance AssessmentCompliance ProcessesGovernance ActivitiesContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Project CoordinationCommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsSAP

Industry Keywords

Statutory Reporting PackagesTax Authority CorrespondenceMultinational Corporate EnvironmentGenerally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesFinancial Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the primary local finance coordinator and point of contact for statutory reporting, compliance, and controllership activities across Denmark, Sweden, and Finland
Coordinate statutory audits, manage auditor requests, and ensure timely delivery of supporting documentation and audit requirements
Support the preparation, review, and submission of annual financial statements, disclosures, and statutory reporting packages
Partner with Tax, Legal, Shared Service Center, and external auditors to ensure compliance with local regulations and reporting deadlines
Monitor and follow up on tax authority correspondence, tax audits, regulatory inquiries, and statutory filing requirements
Perform monthly general ledger reviews, balance sheet analyses, and financial statement variance assessments
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities while ensuring key account reconciliations are completed accurately and on time
Facilitate finance review meetings with business stakeholders and support the Finance Director on accounting, compliance, and reporting matters
Coordinate Board of Directors approval processes, statutory filings, governance activities, and legal entity compliance requirements
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within controllership, audit coordination, statutory reporting, and compliance processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, controllership, statutory reporting, audit coordination, or a related finance function
Strong understanding of financial reporting, balance sheet reviews, reconciliations, and internal controls
Experience coordinating with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies
Knowledge of local accounting and statutory reporting requirements within the Nordic region
Proven ability to coordinate activities across multiple countries and diverse stakeholder groups
Strong project coordination, communication, and organizational skills
Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, preferably SAP
Fluent English language skills, both verbal and written
Experience in a multinational corporate environment with regional or global responsibilities
Familiarity with Nordic tax regulations and local Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Experience supporting statutory audits, annual financial statements, and regulatory compliance processes
Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to streamline processes and enhance financial controls

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working environment with work-life balance flexibility
Opportunity to support multiple Nordic markets and gain broad regional exposure
Collaborative and international work environment
Professional onboarding and ongoing learning opportunities
Career development within a global organization
Competitive total rewards package including local benefits