Financial Controller

5 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark IFU Full time

Dedicated Financial Controller to join IFU – Investment Fund for Developing Countries. Do you want to work with financial controlling, and would you like to work in an organization that aims to make a positive impact in developing countries through green and socially responsible investments? Then you might be just the candidate we are looking for

On behalf of our client, Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU), we are searching for their new Financial Controller. In this role you will refer to the Chief Accountant and work closely with him and the rest of the financial team including a Financial Controller.

About the role
In this role you will support your colleagues in the financial team preparing accounting figures for quarterly investor reports as well as assisting with preparing annual accounts for selected companies. You will also assist with preparing interim and full-year accounts, including review and reconciliation of valuation reports for IFU's investments. Furthermore, you will assist in the preparation of audit documentation for statutory audits and will also be involved in the implementation of a new control environment in the accounting department – including designing and implementing new controls.

Your responsibilities will also include the following tasks:

  • Assistance in connection with the preparation of budgets.
  • Assisting with consolidation and preparation of financial reporting to the EU on specific investment mandates.
  • Ongoing verification of information in IFU's ERP IT system, including support in controlling underlying documentation.
  • Controlling of annual accounts for portfolio companies.
  • Controlling of periodical financial reporting from portfolio companies.

About you
The ideal candidate comes with a relevant degree such as Cand.Merc.Aud, HDR or similar, as well as roughly 1-3 years of experience from a similar position within a financial institution or a consultancy firm. Furthermore, knowledge of financial instruments is a plus.

The ideal candidate should:

  • Have knowledge of IFRS and the Danish Annual Accounting Act.
  • Be self-motivated and driven, with the initiative to involve colleagues when necessary to achieve goals.
  • Be able to anticipate potential issues and proactively develop solutions.
  • Adapt well to dynamic environments, embracing evolving procedures, and thrive in developing solutions where established protocols are absent.
  • Speak and write English at a professional level.

IFU offers
IFU offers a hybrid workplace, allowing you to manage your own time effectively. They have a diverse and inclusive working environment with more than 130 talented individuals from 20+ different nationalities. They work seamlessly together with colleagues around the corner, across the organization, and between offices in Asia, Africa, LATAM, and Europe. Furthermore, IFU is a place where you have the opportunity for personal and professional growth within the organization, and a very competent and experienced financial team to back you up. Finally, IFU offers a competitive salary package along with employee benefit programs, a great canteen, and more.

The process
FLAIR is handling the recruitment process, and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. If you want to know more about the position, please contact Senior Management Consultant, Bogi Magnussen, on +45 53 88 88 76.

About IFU
IFU – Investment Fund for Developing Countries is Denmark's development finance institution providing risk capital to private sector companies in developing countries and emerging markets in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and parts of Europe. The purpose is to create green, just, and inclusive societies in the investment countries and support the Sustainable Development Goals. IFU focuses its investment on four primary sectors:

  • Green energy & infrastructure
  • Healthcare
  • Financial services
  • Sustainable food systems

IFU's investments are made on commercial terms in the form of equity, loans, and guarantees. The current portfolio consists of 161 companies.

Focus on impact
IFU has a strong focus on impact. All investments must support the green transition and contribute to poverty alleviation and reduced inequality. Furthermore, IFU demands that project companies adhere to national and international regulations on human rights, corporate social responsibility, anti-corruption, environment as well as workers' rights, for example.

IFU aims to be a best-in-class impact investor and has launched internal initiatives on digital transformation, data management, and other capabilities to realize this strategic aim.

A global organization
IFU has 120+ employees representing 18 different nationalities, with approximately 15 percent of staff located at our regional representations in India, Kenya, Ghana, Brazil, and Ukraine. Approximately 22 people managers at different levels and with diverse experience.

We are proud of our company culture and have a strong set of values that guide us in our work with external partners and colleagues, "Care for the Future", "Strive with Courage", and "Make a Difference Together". We prioritize a healthy and motivating culture where people enjoy going to work, learn new things, and develop, and take time to get to know our colleagues.

Oprettet: 16, august 2024

Lokation: København K

Ansættelse: Snarest muligt

Jobreference: 212346

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