Financial Controller (EMEA), Accounting, Controlling and Compliance

CIP Fund Solutions ApS; København; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

CIP Fund Solutions ApS, based in Copenhagen, seeks a Financial Controller to join our finance team. You will manage the accounting setup for multiple investment vehicles and coordinate with external providers to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The role requires an MSc in Economics or Finance and at least 3 years in audit, financial controlling, or consultancy from a Big4 firm. Fluency in English is essential, with knowledge of BC a plus.

Qualifications

• MSc in Economics or Finance is required.
• 3+ years of full-time experience in audit, financial controlling, or consultancy at a Big4 firm.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain finance setup for investment vehicles.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting performed by third-party providers.
• Establish and deliver best-in-class finance processes.
• Oversee P2P processes and timely invoice approvals.
• Ensure timely tax filings (VAT, CIT, WHT).
• Support setup of new investment structures and M&A activities.

Skills

Accounting & controlling

Analytical mindset

Time management

Communication skills

Education

MSc in Economics or Finance

Tools

Business Central

Job description

Do you want to join a global leader in renewable energy infrastructure? If so, CIP Fund Solutions (CIP FS) is looking for a Financial Controller to join our office in Copenhagen.

CIP Fund Solutions is a platform delivery company working for Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners P/S (CIP) and funds managed by CIP in providing complex fund management and investment services.

Team

You will join a dynamic and collaborative finance team working across +250 investment vehicles in varying legal structures in 20 EMEA countries. The team consists of 10 skilled financial controllers based in London, Sheffield, Madrid, and Copenhagen, creating a diverse and international working environment. The role is based in our Copenhagen office.

We are responsible for financial reporting, accounting, and compliance for a broad portfolio of companies, and we collaborate closely with the investment teams and external advisors across the region. The team values accuracy, ownership, and clear communication, while maintaining a supportive and informal culture where collaboration and continuous learning is key.

Role

Reporting into the EMEA Vice President of accounting, Controlling and Compliance, you will develop and maintain our finance setup for the investment vehicles, while having oversight and controlling of the day-to-day accounting performed by third-party service providers. In so doing, you will be responsible for establishing, implementing and delivering best-in-class finance processes.

Responsibilities will further include:

• Controlling accounts including balance sheet reconciliations, IC loans, dual bookkeeping systems reconciliation, etc.
• Oversight of the P2P process performed by third-party service providers, ensuring timely approval of invoices and payments including aligning cash calls
• Ensuring timely submission and payment of tax filings including VAT, CIT, WHT etc.
• Overseeing and improving external service provider quality
• Overseeing the setting up of new investment structures
• Support mergers and acquisitions

You

You have an MSc in Economics or Finance and minimum 3 years of full-time experience in audit, financial controlling, or consultancy from a Big4 firm. You are motivated by building best practices, improving finance deliverables and improving CIP fund returns through effective operational finance execution.

We look for the following in a candidate:

• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting and controlling
• Advanced analytical skills and attention to detail
• Effective time management, with the ability to prioritize assignments and manage short deadlines
• Solid communication skills and ability to collaborate across functions
• Curious and self-driven
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written
• Knowledge of corporate finance
• Experience with Business Central is an advantage
• German language is in advantage

CIP Fund Solutions' commitment to diversity and inclusion

CIP Fund Solutions is committed to securing a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone feels respected and heard.

A diverse workforce allows CIP Fund Solutions to achieve results through different approaches and solutions to task execution and problem solving.

We want all our employees to have equal opportunities for personal growth and career opportunities regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, nationality, or ethnicity.

CIP Fund Solutions' purpose is to enable CIP's ambition to scale rapidly over the coming strategy-period - supporting our colleagues with professional and efficient financial, legal, tax and business operations through the cycle from fund formation and capital raising, to deploying investments into construction of large-scale greenfield renewable energy assets, as well as M&A.

For more information, please visit CIP Fund Solutions.