Senior Controller in Asset Management Accounting

Nordea is a leading Nordic universal bank. We are helping our customers realise their dreams and aspirations - and we have done that for 200 years. We want to make a real difference for our customers and the communities where we operate - by being a strong and personal financial partner.

Job ID: 25747
Would you like to take on the role as Senior Controller supporting Nordea’s Asset Management business?
We are looking for a Senior Controller with experience in accounting, consolidation and taxes to join our team, which has a key role in providing high quality financial information. This is a position, which provides an opportunity for you to be part of a Nordic team of highly competent specialists in the dynamic financial sector, managing complex financial accounting matters in compliance with regulations and legislation.

About this opportunity
You’ll join the Asset Management Accounting team within Group Finance, where we provide financial reporting and insightful analysis for several Asset Management entities within the Nordea Group. As a Senior Controller, you will play a key role in the accounting, consolidation and preparation of annual reports and tax returns for the Swedish Asset Management entities. 
What you’ll be doing:
* Advise and support on Swedish accounting and reporting issues
* Be responsible for the monthly, quarterly and annual oversight of the financial and tax reporting
* Ensure that our financial reporting through a strong controlling environment has high quality, by monitoring and setting requirements
* Understand new requirements and ensure proper implementation thereof
* Drive the process for interim and annual report production, following both Swedish and international accounting standards
* Liase with external and internal auditors
* Take part in coordinating and driving continuous improvements of the financial reporting framework
* Support management and other stakeholders with reports and ad hoc task

You’ll join an experienced Nordic cross-border team located in Copenhagen, Helsinki, Oslo and Stockholm. The role is based in central Stockholm.
Welcome to a team which takes ownership, works collaboratively and has highly motivated and committed specialists. You will be closely collaborating with your Nordic colleagues, the Polish accounting team, Group Consolidation and Group Taxes, not to forget the important interaction with the stakeholders within Asset Management. 

Who you are

Collaboration. Ownership. Passion. Courage. These are values that guide us in being at our best – and that we imagine you share with us. 
To succeed in this role, we believe that you:
* Are proactive, service minded and solution oriented to find solutions to sometimes complex problems based on your ability to analyze data, understand the business and see the big picture
* Enjoy learning and collaboration, as well as working independently
* Have a strong understanding of accounting, consolidation, taxes and financial reporting
* Can collaborate with stakeholders across the organization and find solutions working optimally in the value chain

Your experience and background: 
* University degree in relevant field, e.g. Finance, Accounting or Taxes
* 5+ years or professional experience in financial services, preferably from audit firm (big 4), bank, insurance business, or other large company finance team
* Understanding of consolidation process and good knowledge of consolidation tool
* Excellent skills in accounting/ IFRS and period-end closing
* Excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written

If this sounds like you, get in touch!
Next steps

Submit your application no later than 12/09/2024. For more information, you’re welcome to contact Anna Maria Lindberg at anna.lindberg@nordea.com.

At Nordea, we know that an inclusive workplace is a sustainable workplace. We deeply believe that our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better at serving customers and communities. So please come as you are.
Please be aware that any applications or CVs coming through email or direct messages will not be accepted or considered. 
For union information, please contact finansforbundet@nordea.se or SACONordea@nordea.com.