Accounting & Compliance Operations Manager

ZALARIS Deutschland AG; Oslo; Hybrid; NOK 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global tech HR company based in Oslo is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting & Compliance Operations Manager to enhance accounting and reconciliation processes across multiple countries. This role involves ensuring compliance with local standards and driving quality improvements while collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of chartered accountant experience, proficiency in payroll reporting, and skills in automation and internal controls. Join a vibrant community dedicated to growth and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Flexible working hours

Pension plan

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a chartered accountant.
• Solid expertise in payroll processes, reporting, and reconciliation.
• Understanding of IFRS and local GAAPs.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate and timely reconciliations of trial balances, payroll, and holiday accruals.
• Oversee internal controls and compliance processes.
• Drive automation and standardization of accounting processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for transparency and control.
• Track key performance indicators for accounting and compliance.

Skills

Chartered accountant experience

Payroll processes expertise

Financial control

Reconciliation

Internal Control implementation

Advanced Excel skills

Power BI knowledge

Automation and process improvement

Communication skills in English

Proactive mindset

Tools

ERP/SAP

Job description

Job Title: Accounting & Compliance Operations Manager

Location: Oslo, NO

Reference No: 3174

Office Type: Flexible

Elevate Your Career with Zalaris

Zalaris is a rapidly expanding global leader in Tech HR and payroll solutions.

We’re big enough for you to grow and be a part of an international environment but small enough for you to be visible and truly make a difference.

We foster open communication and short decision-making paths that encourage creative and innovative thinking.

Zalaris’ culture is rooted in values inspired by Nordic working ethos: everyone matters, aiming high and team spirit. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone brings their own uniqueness. Zalaris’ employees come from different backgrounds, cultures, and walks of life, and we are proud of it.

About the Role

At Zalaris, we manage accounting and payroll services on behalf of our customers. This role plays a key part in ensuring the quality and continuous improvement of the services we deliver.

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Manager to strengthen our accounting and reconciliation processes across multiple countries. In this key role, you will ensure compliance within payroll accounting and reconciliation processes, ensure statutory and internal compliance, and drive quality improvement across our customers. You will be instrumental in building robust controls, audit readiness, and efficient reporting frameworks — while driving automation and continuous improvement across our global operations. This role is part of Managed Services Operations and reports to the SVP Global Operations.

This position is ideal for a person who combines strong accounting expertise with a deep understanding of quality management and process excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Develop the accounting and reconciliation area with accurate and timely reconciliations of trial balances, bank accounts, payroll, social security, pension, and holiday accruals.

Oversee internal controls, quality assurance, and compliance processes within Managed Services Operations.

Ensure full compliance with local accounting standards, IFRS, and internal governance frameworks.

Drive automation, digitalization, and standardization of accounting and reconciliation processes.

Collaborate with auditors, internal stakeholders, and external partners to ensure transparency and control.

Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for accounting, quality, efficiency, and compliance.

Build competence within the organization by mentoring teams and strengthening accounting and quality awareness.

Document workflows and maintain up-to-date accounting procedures.

Develop, implement and execute Internal Control.

Your Experience and Skills

Minimum 5+ years of experience as a chartered accountant with customer responsibility, including solid expertise in payroll processes, reporting, and reconciliation.

Strong background in reconciliation, financial control, and compliance.

Experience in implementing and executing Internal Control.

Understanding of IFRS and local GAAPs.

Knowledge with ERP/SAP and advanced Excel and Power BI skills.

Experience with automation, process improvement, and risk management.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, fluent in English (and preferably a Nordic language).

Proactive, analytical, and structured mindset with a passion for quality and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

Competitive and attractive compensation package.

Flexible working hours and hybrid work options.

Pension plan and financial benefits.

Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.

Ready to become part of our team? Join us at Zalaris and be a part of a vibrant, collaborative community of Tech HR and payroll experts dedicated to grow and innovate. #team Zalaris