International foundation seeks Financial Controller in Oslo

About the job

The Nordic International Support Foundation (NIS) is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Financial Controller to join the finance team at their headquarters in Oslo. This is a 1-year engagement with the possibility of extension, offering an opportunity to contribute to meaningful international development work within a dynamic and innovative organisation.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day accounting operations, including bookkeeping, invoicing, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing processes
• Establish and further 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
• Actively contribute to achieving goals and the further development and improvement of the organisation’s financial routines and procedures through close collaboration with the Head of Finance and the wider management team
• Act as a super user and subject matter expert for the ERP system SAGE Intacct and in Excel

Qualifications

• 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 (considered an advantage)
• 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
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with colleagues across country programmes, cultures and time zones

We offer

• An interesting and important role within a dynamic and innovative organisation
• An inclusive, international, and collaborative working environment with dedicated colleagues
• Competitive salary, benefits, and insurance arrangements
• Modern office facilities in Brenneriveien, centrally in Oslo, with the flexibility to work remotely several days per week

How to apply

Please apply by Friday, 20 November 2026. For more information, visit the foundation’s website at