Financial Controller

About the role

The Nordic International Support Foundation (NIS) is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Financial Controller to join the finance team at our headquarters in Oslo. This is an initial 1-year position with the possibility of extension. As a Financial Controller, you will ensure sound financial management, strong internal controls, and compliance across the organisation.

Working in a dynamic and innovative environment, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful international development work while being part of a dedicated and highly competent team.

Key responsibilities

• Day-to-day accounting operations, including bookkeeping, invoicing, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing processes
• Establish and develop internal control frameworks and quality assurance processes in collaboration with the Head of Finance and the wider NIS Oslo Finance Team
• Support in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, financial planning, and organisational performance analysis
• Monitor financial processes and support colleagues in country/programme offices through guidance, training, and continuous improvement of routines and procedures
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits, including preparation of documentation, follow-up of audit findings, and implementation of corrective actions
• Act as a super user and subject matter expert for our ERP system SAGE Intacct, and in Excel

About you

We are looking for a finance professional who combines strong accounting experience with an analytical mindset and systems interest. You will ideally have:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• At least 5 years of relevant experience within accounting and financial control (professional accounting certification is an advantage)
• Excellent systems knowledge and a strong interest in digital tools and process improvement
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, Power Query, financial modelling, budgeting, and analysis of large datasets
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and strategically
• Experience working with international projects, donor-funded programmes, or institutional donors, is considered an advantage
• The ability to thrive and take responsibility in a fast-paced environment with periodic workload peaks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Norwegian and English. Additional language skills will be considered an asset
• The ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with colleagues across country programmes, cultures and time zones