Nordic Group Financial Controller (Director) - Nordic Marketing Company

Are you eager to lead financial strategies in a team dedicated to excellence and innovation? Then becoming the Nordic Group Financial Controller (Director) at AstraZeneca, could be your perfect fit!

Our AstraZeneca Nordic Marketing Company employs around 550 people and has offices located in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Oslo, and Espoo. AstraZeneca Nordic is a recognized leader in its core therapy areas and aims to improve the lives of millions of people. This is an area where you are free to be more – you are encouraged to challenge traditional ways and test your curiosity. We drive innovative science, deliver key launches, build close collaboration and partnerships within health care.

We are looking for our next Nordic Group Financial Controller (Director) who will be responsible for the financial controlling for the commercial business units of AstraZeneca in the five Nordic countries, including Iceland. You will lead a team of three dedicated financial controllers and collaborate closely with our Shared Service Center team to safeguard our accounting and tax reporting while driving efficient and value-adding financial operating processes for our business colleagues. This position can be based in our vibrant office in Forskaren in Hagastaden next to Karolinska Hospital in Stockholm or our office in Carlsberg-byen in Copenhagen.

The role

As the Nordic Group Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the financial and ESG reporting, tax, treasury, and enterprise risk management for the Nordics commercial business units. You will ensure compliance with AZ global standards as well as local legislation; and stay updated on relevant country legislation for financial reporting and tax. It will be essential to establish efficient collaboration with internal mid-office and back-office finance shared service center teams, as well as maintaining regular interaction with tax consultants, external auditors, and tax authorities.

You will lead the monthly closing process for the Nordics and ensure correct and timely submission of tax returns, including transfer pricing documentation and performance of financial controls (Sarbanes-Oxley). AstraZeneca is committed to sustainability, and you will play a crucial role in driving further improvement of processes for ESG reporting. Additionally, you will be responsible for local treasury, driving cash-flow reporting, and managing our banking relationships in line with AZ global directions.

We are committed to delivering good performance in a timely manner, building success through positive team spirit, and encouraging people’s development.

In order to succeed in this role, you have:

We are looking for an individual holding a Master degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or similar. As an experienced accounting professional, you have 5+ years´ from either a larger accounting/audit firm and/or a multinational company. Experience from the pharmaceutical industry would be great but not a requirement.

Essential requirements

Strong IFRS accounting and tax knowledge and application skills and some knowledge of transfer pricingCustomer mind-setSolid understanding of SAPAdvanced analytical and problem-solving skillsFast learner

As a core partner across the business, you need to possess high integrity with an agile mind-set. You have demonstrated the ability to perform in a team in a highly dynamic environment, are results-driven, and proactive in everything you do. We value the courage to challenge decisions in a respectful way.

As a person you possess a high drive, are able to prioritize in a constantly evolving environment, and aim to deliver in a timely manner. You must have excellent communication and presentation skills, oral and written, with proficiency in written and spoken English.

In this role you will align with stakeholders and colleagues via digital solutions. It is therefore important that you feel comfortable with current technologies and have previous experience of handling daily interactions with teams with various cultural and educational backgrounds.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

I&D

We are proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration! Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca, we are on a journey to bring life-saving medicines to patients. Our role in contributing to decreasing mortality rates globally is clear. We shape the future by spotting scientifically-led commercial opportunities and acting now to operationalize and scale them. Driven by the solutions we bring to the healthcare ecosystem, we make an impact at every step of the patient journey to improve their experience and outcomes. Our agile and entrepreneurial team of visionaries is trusted to innovate and experiment, supported to learn fast from failures and move on. The energy and pace here are unmatched; it's a place where top talent thrives and future leaders are made.

So, what is next

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Great, because we cannot wait to hear from you.

Welcome with your application, in English, latest by the 24th of february 2025

To find out more

Our social media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/

Inclusion & Diversity: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/inclusion-diversity

Career site: https://astrazeneca.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers

The Nordic Marketing Company

Date Posted

11-feb.-2025

Closing Date

24-feb.-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.