SSC Financial Controller

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as:

SSC Financial Controller

Be part of the movement - and play your part.  

About the role:

As a Finance Controller, you will be the owner of the financial data reported and internal controls. You will be responsible for reviewing and monitoring financial data and mitigating financial risks.

On a day-to-day basis, your responsibilities will involve close collaboration with Local Finance, and other stakeholders. You will be also a mentor for all accounting departments coordinating and solving non-standard queries and issues.

Our Team consists of 13 members cooperating with many entities located in Europe dealing with sea and land-based transportation services. We offer a hybrid work model, 2 days a week in our lovely office in the center of Poznań and 3 days a week from home. This position provides many opportunities to develop your analytical and technical skills (i.e. Excel, ERP system) together with a pinch of socializing opportunities (local team integrations).

Your main scope of duties and responsibilities will be to:

• Secure accurate, timely and high-quality periodic reporting (within assigned scope) to the DFDS Group’s HQ, in accordance with DFDS GAP (Group Accounting Policies) under IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards)

• Ensure Financial Completeness and Accuracy of the reporting in accordance with Group Internal Control Policies

• Ensure accounts and all the balance sheet items are properly reconciled and documented in accordance with Group Internal Control Policies

• Ensure reconciliation of balances and P&L with counterparties in accordance with Group Internal Control Policies are done accurately by respective department

• Monitor debt collection and secure any significant issues regarding unpaid invoices are escalated by respective department

• Clarify accounting related issues (discrepancies in the books, corrections, etc.) and ensure corrections of accounting mistakes are done by the relevant department

• Monitor quality control, coordinate internal compliance in accordance with Group Internal Control Policies and follow-up on quality, compliance issues and quality control results

• Maintain internal controls (among others including segregation of duties) and effective accounting procedures, secure compliance with DFDS Group requirements

• Prepare material to local audit

• Resolve standard / non-standard queries / issues related to relevant processes

• Knowledge-sharing with other DBS departments to secure end-to-end process

• Monthly financial results review, including preparation of management summaries and analysis of significant budget variances

• Margin analysis and ongoing monitoring of compliance with transfer pricing policies

• Contributing to operational excellence projects focused on improving efficiency, productivity, and process performance.

About you:

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join!

We wish you to have/be:

• Extensive experience in Finance and accounting (preferably 5 years of experience in RTR/Audit or similar roles)

• Solid accounting knowledge – strong focus on quality and timeliness

• Bachelor / Master degree in finance/accounting

• Proven finance/accounting courses (e.g. ACCA, CIMA) would be an asset

• Fluency in English

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Good knowledge of MS Office (especially Ms Excel)

• Strong expertise in Power BI reporting, data visualization, and process automation

• Precision and attention to details, being inquisitive, diligent, and well-organized

• Lean Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt would be an asset

• Being proactive and problem-solving

• Being passionate, positive, and able to build team spirit.

Working at DFDS:

We offer:

• Scandinavian work culture: We value equality, teamwork, open communication, and work-life balance.

• Central office location: Workspace in the GLOBIS building at Rondo Kaponiera, just 10 minutes from Dworzec Główny.

• Hybrid work model

• Benefits: Private medical care (Luxmed), MyBenefit/Multisport, Multi.life platform

• Growth & development: Access to internal training programs, course funding, and internal career opportunities

• Engaging company culture: Team social time, weekly office activities, company events, Sport Division, Charity Division

• Unique benefit: Free travel on our ships!

Be a valued member of a diverse team at DFDS and help drive change together.
While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.

Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply now.

If you think your personality, skills, experience and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible as applications will be monitored continuously.

We look forward to hearing from you!