Senior Group Controller

Norwegian; Oslo; Hybrid; NOK 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel discounts for employee tickets

Pension scheme

Medical and travel insurance

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Sports Club participation

Share saving plan

Job summary

The Norwegian group, a leading Nordic aviation company, seeks a Senior Group Controller to lead IFRS consolidation, reporting, and system improvements across the group. You will coordinate audits, ensure high-quality financial statements, and drive process enhancements with Cognos Controller and ERP platforms like Microsoft Dynamics 365 and SAP.

Ideal candidate has a Master’s in Finance or Accounting, 5+ years in a multinational setting or Big 4, excellent English, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Auditing or related field.
• 5+ years in group accounting/controlling in a multinational or Big 4.
• Up-to-date IFRS knowledge with lease accounting and business combinations helpful.
• Strong consolidation systems experience (Cognos Controller) and ERP familiarity (Dynamics 365, SAP).
• Excellent written and verbal English; Scandinavian language skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual group consolidation and reporting under IFRS.
• Drive development and automation of consolidation and reporting systems.
• Coordinate group financial audits with external auditors.
• Oversee consolidated and parent company financial statements and notes.
• Support IFRS compliance projects and accounting memos for complex transactions.
• Strengthen ICFR and drive best practices in financial processes.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior controllers.

Skills

Analytical

Proactive

Solution-oriented

Leadership

English communication

Education

Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA / equivalent qualification

Tools

Cognos Controller

Microsoft Dynamics 365

SAP

Excel

BI tools

Job description

The Norwegian group is a leading Nordic aviation company, owning two leading airlines in the Nordics: Norwegian Air Shuttle and Widerøe’s Flyveselskap. Norwegian operates an extensive network connecting the Nordics with major European cities, while Widerøe primarily serves short‑runway airports in rural Norway, providing vital regional connectivity. Our people are the heart of Norwegian. We embrace a culture of diversity, equality and inclusion. Embracing this culture is critical to our business success and makes us stronger together. Our people have different knowledge, experiences, and backgrounds, but all share a passion for our vision; to become the most loved and trusted airline in Europe.

Are you our new Senior Group Controller?

• Group consolidation & reporting: Lead and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation and reporting of group financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Financial systems & process optimization: Drive the development, automation, and improvement of the group’s consolidation and reporting systems (Cognos Controller, and supporting transitions to modern ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365).
• Audit management: Act as a contact point and coordinator for the group financial audit process, managing relations and technical alignment with external auditors.
• Annual & interim financial statements: Drive the preparation, structure, and quality assurance of the consolidated and parent company annual and interim financial statements, including complex disclosures and notes.
• Technical IFRS compliance: Support technical IFRS compliance projects, monitor developments in accounting standards (such as IFRS 18, IFRS 16 lease accounting, and business combinations), and write accounting memos for complex or non-routine transactions.
• Internal controls & process enhancement: Drive initiatives to strengthen internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and implement best practices across financial processes.
• Leadership & Mentoring: Provide professional guidance, support, and mentoring to junior controllers within the team.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Education: A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Auditing, or a related field. A CPA, State-Authorised Public Accountant, or equivalent is a strong advantage.
• Experience: A minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience from a group accounting/controlling role in a multinational company, or senior-level experience from a Big 4 auditing firm.
• Technical Expertise: Advanced, up-to-date knowledge of IFRS. Experience with complex accounting areas such as lease accounting (IFRS 16) or business combinations (IFRS 3) is highly beneficial.
• Systems & Tools: Strong experience with consolidation systems (preferably Cognos Controller) and familiarity with modern ERP environments (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP). Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with BI tools.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in a Scandinavian language is an advantage.
• Personal Skills: You are exceptionally analytical, proactive, and solution-oriented with a strategic perspective and you are a collaborative leader who is resilient and adaptable in a dynamic environment.

We can offer:

Joining Norwegian means more than just a competitive salary — it’s about being part of a community that values and rewards your contributions.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Travel in Europe and beyond with massively discounted employee priced tickets with Norwegian and our partner airlines.
• Good pension schemes.
• Comprehensive medical and travel insurance.
• Flexibility to combine working from our office and from home.
• A competitive salary.
• Possibility to participate in activities run by Norwegian SportsClub.
• Opportunity to join our share saving plan.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling bases!

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to:

Fredrik Schabos

Group Reporting & Process Manager

Email: [e-mail]