Finance Manager

Our client is a global leader in sustainable climate solutions, helping reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency across commercial, industrial, residential, and refrigeration sectors. They tackle global challenges like climate change and energy demand through innovations in low-impact refrigerants and efficient heating, cooling, and cold chain systems.

With 18,000 employees across 40+ countries, they combine global reach with local expertise. Backed by over 200 million installations, their industry-leading brands deliver reliable, scalable solutions. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability makes them a trusted partner worldwide.

Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes;
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial forecasts and variance analyses;
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management to support strategic decision-making;
• Analyse business performance, trends, and key drivers (revenue, costs, margins, cash flow);
• Partner with business leaders to improve financial performance and cost efficiency;

Financial Control & Reporting:

• Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes; Approve monthly Financial Statements in US GAAP ;
• Prepare statutory financial statements in accordance with Danish GAAP and IFRS (if applicable) for Statutory Financial Audit ( each year around November);
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure proper accounting treatment of transactions;
• Oversee and approve reconciliations (balance sheet, bank, intercompany accounts, etc.);
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies;
• Maintain documentation and audit trails for all financial activities;Tax & Compliance (SKAT):
• Ensure compliance with Danish tax regulations (corporate tax, VAT, payroll taxes);
• Review VAT returns and other required filings with SKAT (Danish Tax Agency);
• Coordinate corporate income tax reporting with external advisors;
• Monitor changes in Danish tax legislation and assess business impact;
• Ensure compliance with transfer pricing requirements and documentation;
• Manage communication and correspondence with SKAT authorities;

Audit & External Reporting:

• Act as primary contact for external auditors and manage the annual audit process;
• Coordinate audit schedules and prepare where needed, documentation, and responses to audit queries;
• Ensure timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of recommendations;
• Coordinate with internal audit (if applicable/ needed);
• Ensure statutory filings are completed with Danish authorities (e.g., Danish Business Authority – Erhvervsstyrelsen) ( usual deadline is 30th of March for prior Fiscal year)

Administrative & Regulatory Responsibilities:

• Manage company digital mail system (e-Boks) and ensure timely handling of official correspondence as well as related business partners ( invoices to be forwarded to responsible AP partner, compliance requests, etc);
• Oversee compliance with local statutory requirements and filings;
• Maintain relationships with banks, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities;
• Ensure proper corporate governance documentation and filings;

Cash Flow & Treasury Management:

• Monitor and manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital;
• Optimize cash management processes and approve forecasting;
• Oversee banking relationships and approvals;
• Manage intercompany funding and vendor related payments;

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management:

• Lead and develop the local finance team (if applicable);
• Collaborate with global finance and regional teams;
• Act as a strategic business partner to local leadership;

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field;
• 5–10+ years of experience in FP&A, Financial Controlling, or similar roles;
• Experience managing audits and financial reporting;
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills;
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, IndustriOS).

Preferred qualifications and experience:

• Experience with Danish accounting standards and tax regulations is a plus.
• Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent) preferred;