Finance Controller

ApplyMint; Svendborg; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk Training’s central finance function in Denmark is seeking a Finance Controller based in Svendborg. You will be a key player in the global finance team, reporting to the CFO and collaborating with regional Finance Managers, HQ Finance Business Partnering, and the Chennai SSC.

The role blends group-wide financial controlling, ad-hoc analysis, and continuous improvement with a strong emphasis on collaboration, data quality, and business understanding across regions and entities, including

Qualifications

• Strong experience within finance controlling and/or 2-4 years as auditor.
• Solid understanding of financial statements, performance management, and cash flow.
• Experience from an international, multi-entity organisation is an advantage.
• Experience with process optimizations and efficiency gains, e.g. through AI, will be a benefit.

Responsibilities

• Group finance controlling and consolidated reporting across the Maersk Training Group.
• CFO support / right‑hand role with ad‑hoc analyses and management material.
• Collaboration with HQ Finance Business Partnering for forecasting and performance management.
• Coordinate with Finance Shared Service Center in Chennai on Master Data and reporting quality.
• Drive optimization and efficiency gains across finance processes and upstream business processes.

Skills

Finance controlling

Auditing

Education

Master’s degree in finance/ accounting/ economics

Tools

ERP software

Business Central

Job description

We are looking for a strong Finance Controller to join Maersk Training’s central finance function, based in Svendborg, Denmark.

In the role you will become a key player in the Maersk Training Finance team with direct reference to our CFO and an important role in the global finance team, working closely with regional Finance Managers in our 5 regions, central Finance Business Partnering colleagues, and the skilled team in our Finance Shared Service Center in Chennai, India.

The position combines group‑wide financial controlling, ad‑hoc analysis, and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, accountability, and business understanding.

Key Responsibilities

• Group finance controlling – As part of the month end and annual close processes, contribute to driving financial controlling and performance transparency across the Maersk Training Group, support consolidated reporting, variance analysis, and follow‑up across entities, and ensure consistent financial logic, data quality, and comparability across regions.

• CFO support / right‑hand role - Act as a trusted sparring partner to the CFO on optimization initiatives, ad hoc financial analyses and decision support, preparing ad‑hoc analyses, business cases, and management material, also towards executive colleagues or as support to Board level discussions.

• Collaboration with HQ Finance Business Partnering - work closely with the Finance Business Partnering team in HQ to support performance management, forecasting, and strategic initiatives by translating business and operational questions into robust financial analyses.

• Collaborate with the Finance Shared Service Center in Chennai - on select issues of Master Data improvements, reporting quality, process alignment, and support continuous improvement of finance processes and ways of working across Regions, HQ and SSC by process analysis and as driver of optimization changes and simplifications of workflows.

• Optimization and efficiency gains are in focus for us and being pursued by improvement of processes and master data across finance processes and upstream business processes. A material role in this is also part of the position. Initiatives on the current active list includes implementation of PO process in BC, increasing use of BC functionality for bank reconciliations, improved processes across functions etc.

As part of the onboarding there is also a unique opportunity to get a deeper hands‑on insight into the Danish legal entity financials by being part of a paternity cover together with other HQ finance colleagues during the first 1-2 months, depending on joining date.

Key stakeholders

• In Finance – CFO, Finance Business Partners (HQ), Finance Shared Service Center (Chennai), Regional Finance Managers across our 5 regions

• In the wider organisation – Executive members of the Global Leadership Team

We are looking for

Professional background

• Strong experience within finance controlling, and/or 2-4 years as auditor

• Solid understanding of financial statements, performance management, and cash flow

• Experience from an international, multi‑entity organisation is an advantage

• Solid insight into ERP and preferably Business Central, to ease understanding and prioritization of optimisations

• Experience with process optimizations and efficiency gains e.g. through AI will be a benefit

Personal characteristics

• High level of engagement and accountability – sees tasks through and follows up proactively

• Strong problem‑solving mindset, able to independently pursue issues in collaboration with colleagues

• Structured, analytical, and pragmatic with the ability to operate in a dynamic environment

• Comfortable working across cultures and organisational boundaries

Education

• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or similar

We offer

• A highly exposed role close to executive decision‑making

• Broad responsibility across regions, functions, and finance disciplines

• Close collaboration with Finance Business Partnering and Shared Services

• A strong platform for professional and personal development within group finance, in an exciting period of change for Maersk Training, from industrial ownership to PE ownership

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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Maersk Training, part of the A.P. Moller – Maersk Group, stands as a global leader in training and consulting services, specializing in the Oil & Gas, Maritime, and Renewables industries. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and elevating operational performance, Maersk Training takes pride in delivering a learning experience that transcends industry standards.

Drawing upon its extensive global experience, Maersk Training collaborates closely with organizations and individuals, sharing best practices and strategies for navigating challenging situations. Rooted in Maersk core values, the organization's distinctive approach to teaching and coaching seeks to attain the highest levels of learning during coaching sessions. Maersk Training's value proposition lies in its unwavering focus on improving safety, behaviour, and operational proficiency within authentic working environments.

At the core of Maersk Training's philosophy is the principle that preparation is paramount for enhancing safety and productivity. The organization is dedicated to equipping individuals with the skills needed to handle real‑life challenges effectively. With a commitment to providing the right training for specific needs, Maersk Training places a premium on respecting clients' investments by tailoring training programs to align precisely with expectations and requirements.

Beyond traditional training paradigms, Maersk Training envisions and implements a better learning experience that goes beyond the confines of the training facility. This vision encompasses a holistic approach to understanding, remembering, and effectively applying acquired knowledge, ultimately leading to improved performance and safety behaviour. With a focus on constant development to meet the evolving demands of a dynamic world, Maersk Training positions itself as the go-to partner for organizations seeking best‑in‑class assurance, verification services, audits, assessments, and comprehensive training solutions.