Financial Controller
Do You Want to Help Ensure Smooth Operation of Accounting and Financial Activities?
We are looking for a talented and driven Financial Controller to become part of our committed and enthusiastic team at the RiskPoint Group. You will have the chance to work across all of our international businesses and help us achieve our organizational goals. This is a great opportunity to be part of and influence a fun, dynamic, and diligent Finance team. If that sounds appealing to you, then this role is ideal for you.
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Who are we?
RiskPoint is a global Managing General Underwriter (MGU), providing best-in-class insurance solutions backed by the insurance companies we act on behalf of.
You will become part of our growing team, working with other finance specialists in both Denmark and the US. The Finance team is part of our Finance & Operations department, comprising 27 colleagues within their respective fields.
We operate in an agile organization with close cross-border cooperation across all business lines. The finance department reaches out to the whole company and makes sure everything runs smoothly from a financial point of view.
Our organizational structure is flat, leaving many opportunities for all employees to make a difference, take responsibility, excel, and grow.
RiskPoint is more than just a place of work: We prioritize social events and despite being a company with approximately 230 employees, we do consider ourselves one closely knitted company. This is the place to work.
About the position
We recently implemented Microsoft Business Central as our new ERP system, therefore, prior knowledge and experience with this system is key as you will become part of optimizing our usage hereof.
As a Financial Controller, your primary role will be to manage financial aspects of our company, ensuring smooth operation of accounting and financial activities as well as participation in various company projects on behalf of the finance department.
The job will involve daily contact with colleagues, contractors, and outsourced vendors. Therefore, you should enjoy building relationships and be a confident communicator.
Examples of responsibilities include:
- Control and Quality Assurance: Oversee company accounts and investments. Implement effective internal controls and quality assurance processes.
- Financial Analysis and Planning: Conduct detailed financial analysis to influence strategic decisions. Develop financial models and provide financial forecasts to assist with business planning.
- VAT Reporting: Prepare and submit VAT returns in compliance with local and international regulations.
- Financial Reporting: Generate financial reports for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure all reporting is compliant with statutory law and financial regulations.
- Monthly and Quarterly Closings: Manage the preparation and publication of departmental and organization financial documents. Collaborate with auditing services to ensure proper compliance with all regulations.
- Budgets and Forecast: Follow up on budgets, forecasts, and other targets for various business units and the company as a whole. Be part of establishing targets and manage these over the course of time.
This position is located at our office in central Copenhagen. Current residency in the country of Denmark together with work and residency permit needs to be in place before applying.
We offer you the opportunity to:
- Specialize in the world of finance insurance.
- Interact with internal and external stakeholders.
- Become part of a highly skilled and agile, multinational team.
- Get an independent role in the organization with room for personal and professional growth.
- Be challenged with complex tasks.
- Influence the growth and future projects of and within RiskPoint.
A great match for us
We are looking for someone who is passionate about finances and reports and possesses a strong drive for excellence. The ideal candidate should be a self-motivated problem solver with a keen attention to detail.
We seek a candidate with exceptional excel skills, a person who has proven experience in finance management, and where an auditing of many books at the same time is not something that kills your joy.
At RiskPoint, we value collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. As a Financial Controller, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects and contribute to the growth and success of our organization.
Wish list of qualifications and experience:
- You have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- You have held a similar role in an international company.
- You have Microsoft BC365 knowledge or the ability to quickly learn new IT-tools.
- You are experienced in optimizing financial and reporting processes.
- You have excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- You are a strong communicator both in writing and verbally.
- You are able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- You are trustworthy, reliable, and solution oriented.
Since we work cross-borders, language skills are vital. Speaking and writing a very high level of Danish and English is a must.
Interested in the position?
We are looking forward to receiving your resume and a motivational letter of application for this position. Please use the form below.
We hope to see your application before 07th of July 2024, but we have patience and can wait for the perfect match. Interviews will be held successively.
For more information about the role, please do not hesitate to contact CFO, Jesper Friis-Hansen, at .
About the RiskPoint Group
The RiskPoint Group is one of Europe’s largest Managing General Underwriters (MGUs), providing best in class insurance solutions to businesses and their advisors globally. The RiskPoint Group operates as RiskPoint in Europe and Asia and RP Underwriting in the rest of the world.
With 230+ employees and 15 locations in Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific, the RiskPoint Group employs expert underwriting and specialized, in-house claims teams within Accident & Health, Transactional Risk, Property & Construction, Renewable Energy, Offshore Upstream, and Liabilities, including Financial Lines, Cyber, and Casualty.
The RiskPoint Group is a Coverholder with Lloyd’s of London and is backed by a strong panel of well-reputed insurance companies. The RiskPoint Group core values are: trust, openness & honesty, respect & tolerance, drive & dedication as well as being part of a winning team in a competitive environment.