Senior IFRS Lead — Renewable Energy M&A

Ørsted; Ørsted; Hybrid; DKK 65,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension (11%)

Full insurance coverage

5 weeks + 10 days holiday

3% holiday allowance

Wellbeing & fitness

Tech package (phone, PC, internet)

Staff club

Canteen

Job summary

Ørsted is seeking an IFRS accounting lead to shape the accounting approach for major M&A transactions across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific. You will translate complex accounting issues into clear guidance for management and commercial teams.

You’ll join IC Projects & IFRS, work with a specialist team of eight accounting professionals, and contribute to financial reporting, policy development and strategic accounting projects while maintaining a strong focus on quality and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Deep IFRS expertise gained through technical accounting work, IFRS advisory or similar environment.
• Experience advising on IFRS implications of M&A transactions within a listed company or international group.
• Ability to translate complex accounting matters into clear, actionable conclusions for management and non‑accounting stakeholders.
• Strong relationships and confident communication across finance, Partnerships & M&A, and external advisers.
• Analytical, systematic approach with ownership and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Master’s degree in accounting, auditing, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Act as the IFRS accounting lead on acquisitions, divestments, farm-downs, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
• Assess accounting implications early in the transaction process and advise on proposed deal structures.
• Prepare IFRS accounting assessments and memos to support commercial decisions.
• Review draft contracts, term sheets, and other documents from an accounting perspective.
• Participate in meetings with investors, advisers, auditors, and internal stakeholders on transaction matters.
• Contribute to Group Finance activities including financial reporting, policy development, and strategic accounting projects.

Skills

IFRS accounting

M&A accounting

Financial reporting

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master’s degree in accounting or related discipline

Job description

Ørsted is seeking an IFRS accounting lead to shape the accounting approach for major M&A transactions across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific. You will translate complex accounting issues into clear guidance for management and commercial teams.

You’ll join IC Projects & IFRS, work with a specialist team of eight accounting professionals, and contribute to financial reporting, policy development and strategic accounting projects while maintaining a strong focus on quality and collaboration.