Business Controller

Winora Group; Odense; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bicycle manufacturer in Odense, Denmark, is seeking a proactive Business Controller to lead their local finance team. The role involves managing budgets, overseeing month-end processes, and ensuring compliance with Danish tax regulations. Candidates should have 3–5 years of controlling experience, strong analytical skills, and fluency in Danish and English. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in controlling, with exposure to both accounting and FP&A.
• Proven experience with month-end closing, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Solid understanding of Danish bookkeeping and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Danish finance team and manage local budgets and forecasts.
• Oversee month-end closing processes ensuring accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with Danish bookkeeping and tax regulations.
• Provide guidance and training to the local team.

Skills

Controlling experience

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Advanced Excel capabilities

Fluent in Danish

Fluent in English

Education

Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Business Controller page is loaded## Business Controllerlocations: Denmark Odense SØtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR100091Take ownership: We deliver on our promises, continuously learn and improve, and take initiative with follow-through. One Team: We value transparent feedback, respect everyone’s input, and celebrate success together. Passion and Quality: We put our customers first, never compromise on quality or safety, and always go the extra mile. **Location:** Odense, Denmark (Hybrid – mainly from the office) **Contract Type:** Permanent, full-time We are looking for a proactive Business Controller to lead our local finance team in Odense and bridge between day-to-day operations and our global finance structure. This role combines hands-on controlling, people leadership, and strategic business support, ensuring our local processes are structured, compliant, and delivering the insights our leaders need. You will work closely with Finance Manager, and act as a key contact point between the Danish finance function and group-level stakeholders. In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for: Financial Leadership & Control * Lead the Danish finance team, ensuring effective collaboration and a structured approach to tasks.* Oversee month-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.* Manage and prepare local budgets and forecasts, aligning with group requirements.* Drive cash flow forecasting and reporting.Reporting & Analysis * Consolidate and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual results (Local and Onestream).* Prepare and present Management Decks for leadership reviews.* Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to all departments to support decision-making.* Analyse and update excessive stock reports.* Ensure all Power BI local finance reports are accurate and up to date (in coordination with the Data team).Compliance & Audit * Ensure compliance with Danish bookkeeping and tax regulations.* Manage annual audit preparation and liaise with auditors.* Maintain and update transfer pricing documentation and tax reporting.Operational Tasks * Approve monthly salaries for multiple entities.* Make decisions on AR go/no-go cases.* Approve and control payments.* Act as PR Tool Owner for the local finance systems.Team Support & Development * Provide guidance, training, and support to the local team.* Encourage knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the department.We’re looking for a data-driven, strategic thinker who enjoys problem-solving and working with senior stakeholders. If you have the following qualifications, we’d love to hear from you: * 3–5 years’ experience in controlling, preferably with exposure to both accounting and FP&A.* Proven experience with month-end closing, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.* Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capabilities.* Solid understanding of Danish bookkeeping and tax compliance.* Leadership skills and experience in making financial decisions within a team.* Fluent in Danish and English.* Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field.*If you’re up for the challenge, Apply today!**Accell Group manufactures and sells bicycles, bike parts, and accessories. We are the European market leader in e-bikes and the second largest in bike parts and accessories, with many leading European bicycle brands under one roof. Well-known bicycle brands in our portfolio include Haibike, Winora, Ghost, Batavus, Koga, Lapierre, Raleigh, Sparta, Babboe, and Carqon. XLC is our brand for bike parts and accessories.**At Accell Group, we believe in creating innovative solutions to meet the ever-evolving needs of our valued customers. As a leading player in the e-bikes and the second-largest provider of bicycle parts and accessories, our commitment to excellence is reflected in everything we do.**We foster an inclusive and diverse workplace where talent from all backgrounds is valued and supported. Our global team of approximately 3,000 employees across 18 countries works together to deliver premier products and services to clients in more than 80 countries worldwide.**At Accell Group, our culture is driven by innovation, teamwork, and respect, offering challenging and rewarding opportunities for everyone who joins us.*### Get In TouchShare a little about yourself with our recruiters, and we'll reach out if a position that fits your skills and aspirations opens up!At Accell Group, our work experience is defined by what makes us unique: our **culture**, **core values**, and **commitment to sustainability**, alongside our **collaborative spirit** and **recognition programs**. Above all, it’s our people who truly set us apart. Our employees embody qualities such as diligence, curiosity, trustworthiness, humility, and integrity. They prioritize the collective success of the team, actively seek opportunities to collaborate and innovate, and contribute to making Accell Group a leading workplace. Together, we create an environment where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful impact.