We are looking for a forward leaning Business Controller

The Business Controller is responsible for preparing reports, planning, monitoring financial and operational data, creating and adapting processes and management information, so all relevant information regarding the budgeted- and realised-costs, is available in a timely, correct and complete manner. You like to work with numbers, have a degree in account or finance and prefer working in an international environment. You speak and write Norwegian and English fluently. 

Main responsibilities: 

As our Business Controller you will be a strategic partner and advisor to the General Manager in all business matters and apply a variety of principles, systems and tools toward the sustainable improvement of key performance metrics. CGM’s management group in Norway consists of business line leaders, as well as the Business Controller. We would also need your assistance in some HR related tasks, vital for the organisation. As well as reporting to the Norway General Manager, you will report to the Head of Business Controllers in Europe, and be part of his European wide team.  

You will build and maintain a strong social and professional network within the organization in all functional areas (e.g. administration, R&D, sales, marketing, service and support) and also actively use the OneGroup system for reporting, performance measurement, benchmarking, forecasting, and budgeting.  

It will be your responsibility to supervise and coordinate the preparation of quarterly and annual reports according to IFRS and Identify trends, opportunities and potential risks. This includes the planning and control cycle, balance profit and loss, budgeting and annual report. As our Business Controller you will monitor the financial position, results of the company and manage the insurance portfolio. You will also support the HR team in related activities such as payrolls.  

What we are looking for: 

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience in a similar position or external auditor and the potential to grow in the future 
• University degree in the area of accounting, controlling or finance 
• Strong skills in IT tools, including Excel and ERP/financial systems 
• Preferably from the IT or software sector 
• Speak and write fluently Norwegian and English   

What we offer: 

CGM Norway is located at Lysaker with easy acces by car and short distance to public transport (bus/train). We have a positive working environment, offer competitive terms, flexibility in working hours, office/home office and other conditions by agreement. We would like you to join the team as soon as possible, If you would more information about the company; https://www.cgm.com/nor_no