Senior Accountant (R-19934)

Dun & Bradstreet Europe; København; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Dun & Bradstreet Europe is seeking a Senior Accountant based in Soborg, Denmark. You will lead statutory reporting, ensure compliance with local GAAP and US GAAP, and manage audit coordination for Danish entities.

The role requires close collaboration with local, regional, and global teams to drive process standardisation and continuous improvement. You will handle VAT, payroll accounting, reconciliations, and system controls while delivering timely, accurate financial insights and supporting

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing or related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in accounting, financial reporting, or statutory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of local statutory accounting, tax regulations, and compliance obligations.
• Experience supporting audits, financial reporting, and regulatory filings.
• ERP proficiency in SAP/Oracle/NetSuite/Workday; advanced Excel; English and Danish fluency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory financial statements and regulatory filings for Danish entities; coordinate annual audit.
• Manage VAT, tax, payroll accounting and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Deliver accurate financial reporting and analysis to local, regional, and global stakeholders.
• Complete US GAAP month-end close and reconcile to local GAAP.
• Support finance transformation and process improvements across the finance team.

Skills

5+ years experience

Bilingual EN/DA

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance/Auditing

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Workday

Job description

Shape the Future with Dun & Bradstreet

At Dun & Bradstreet, we believe data has the power to create a better tomorrow. As a global leader in business decisioning data and analytics, we help companies worldwide grow, manage risk, and innovate. Since 1841, businesses have trusted us to turn uncertainty into opportunity. We’re a diverse, global team that values creativity, collaboration, and bold ideas. Are you ready to make an impact and help shape what’s next? Join us! Explore opportunities at dnb.com/careers.

We are now looking for a Senior Accountant to be based in Soborg, Denmark, who will be responsible for leading key accounting operations, financial reporting, statutory compliance, audit coordination and control activities for assigned Danish entities and businesses. The role will support both US GAAP and local GAAP reporting requirements, partner closely with local, regional and global stakeholders, and help drive process standardisation, automation and continuous improvement as the Finance organisation evolves.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate statutory financial statements, regulatory filings and the annual audit process for Danish entities, ensuring compliance with local GAAP, US GAAP and statutory requirements
• Manage local compliance activities, including VAT, tax, payroll accounting and other statutory reporting requirements
• Deliver accurate financial reporting and analysis to local, regional and global stakeholders, including commentary on key business results and variances
• Complete US GAAP month-end close activities and maintain accurate US GAAP to local GAAP reconciliations
• Maintain a strong control environment, including SOX controls, balance sheet reconciliations and follow-up of audit actions.
• Support revenue accounting activities, including billings, dunning, system reconciliations and related account controls
• Provide technical accounting guidance on transactions, regulatory developments, system changes and wider business initiatives
• Drive finance transformation and continuous improvement, including process simplification, automation, system enhancements and standardisation
• Partner with Finance, Operations, Sales, FP&A, Tax and other teams to provide accounting guidance and support business needs
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and collaboration across the accounting team, supporting a high-performance and continuous-improvement culture

About you

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or a related discipline
• 5+ years’ experience in accounting, financial reporting, or statutory compliance within a complex business environment
• Strong knowledge of local statutory accounting requirements, tax regulations, and compliance obligations
• Experience supporting audits, financial reporting, and regulatory filings
• Knowledge of taxation, transfer pricing, and intercompany accounting would be advantageous
• Proficiency with ERP and financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Workday
• Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to analyse large datasets and produce complex reports
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, accountable, and solutions-focused, with a strong sense of ownership and a continuous improvement mindset
• Fluent in English and Danish, both written and spoken

Why Join Us?

Does this role sound like a great opportunity but you’re not sure about making a move? We are really proud of our company and culture and think we have some great things to offer. Some of our benefits in Denmark include:

• 5 weeks statutory holiday + 1 week “feriefridage”
• Two paid volunteer days to contribute to causes in your community
• A paid day every year to use for your health and wellness
• Local “Personaleforening” arranging local events
• Subsidized lunch scheme
• Health insurance included in pension agreement
• Access to free services providing support and counselling
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid work arrangement for most roles

Whilst some roles do have certain requirements which are essential, we try to focus on hiring based on potential rather than CV as much as possible. If you are unsure you fully meet the requirements, we would still love to hear from you! Please note that all CVs must be submitted in English.