Risk & Control Consultant

4 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Novo Nordisk AS Full time

Do you want to play a key role in modernising the internal control environment across the Novo Nordisk Group? Do you have a natural interest in transformation and optimisation of financial business processes by utilising modern digital solutions? And are you looking for a positive change of pace from your current auditing role? Then this is your moment. Apply now and join the Internal Controls team at Novo Nordisk.

The position

As a Risk & Control Consultant, you will work in close collaboration with the rest of the Internal Controls team to drive digital projects aimed at improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the Internal Control at the Novo Nordisk Group. Another key aspect of your position will be to support and guide Novo Nordisk affiliates across the globe in maintaining their local internal control environment.

Your primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  1. Provide support to the finance organisation on internal controls related matters (e.g., risk assessments, control design, execution, and best practice documentation).
  2. Maintain and improve the Minimum Controls Framework.
  3. Ensure that the Novo Nordisk group complies with the requirements set forth by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).
  4. Improve the effectiveness and efficiency of ICFR at Novo Nordisk by focusing on process optimisation, efficient and effective use of Information Technology, and automation of manual control activities.

Qualifications

To thrive and succeed you:

  1. Hold a HD-R (Regnskab & Økonomistyring), Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Economics and Business Administration, or similar.
  2. Have a minimum of 2 years of auditing experience from working at a large auditing firm.
  3. Are familiar with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).
  4. Can independently perform risk assessments and have been involved in the testing of both design and operating effectiveness of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
  5. Have strong communication skills and professional proficiency in oral and written English.

As a Person, You Are:

  1. Someone who brings a positive attitude to work even when under pressure, and you thrive in a changing and dynamic environment.
  2. Able to demonstrate attention to detail and are structured in your problem-solving approach.
  3. Comfortable with taking initiative and have a strong personal drive and dedication.
  4. A team player who wants to develop a track record of successful collaboration across various finance department stakeholders from multiple countries.

About the department

In Internal Controls, you will be part of a young and ambitious team in Denmark that oversees internal controls over financial reporting across the Novo Nordisk Group. We also serve as a link between internal/external auditors, IT system owners, and the finance organisation. Organisationally, our team is placed in Consolidated Reporting, Corporate Accounting, which consists of around 20 experienced and welcoming individuals. In addition to ensuring compliance with accounting standards, overseeing acquisitions, and other activities, Consolidated Reporting's primary objective is to ensure that Novo Nordisk delivers correct consolidated financial reporting. Being a US publicly traded company, correct financial reporting and SOX compliance is critical to Novo Nordisk.

Working at Novo Nordisk

At Novo Nordisk, we don't wait for change. We drive it. We're a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop; we seize them. From research and development through to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we're all working to move the needle on patient care.

Contact

For further information, please contact Kenneth Poulsen (Head of Internal Controls) at: khpu@novonordisk.com.

Deadline

31st of January 2025. Interviews will be conducted continuously. Please submit your application online at your earliest convenience. You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve, and the communities we operate in. Together, we're life-changing.

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