Nscale are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Controller

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Controller to join our growing finance team in Nscale placed in Norway. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a vital role in maintaining the financial health of our Norwegian legal entities. You will be responsible for the accuracy of our local books, managing tax and VAT compliance, and serving as the primary point of contact for our external accounting partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• **Financial Reporting & Accounting:**Support the Finance Director in driving the month-end close process and ensure a complete and accurate journal entry process.

• Local Reporting: Support the preparation and review of annual financial statements under Norwegian GAAP.

• **VAT & Tax Compliance:**Take ownership of preparing and filing Norwegian VAT returns. Provide critical support in the preparation of corporate tax returns and related filings.

• **Operational Finance:**Provide oversight and support for Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions to maintain healthy cash flow and ledger accuracy.

• **Accounting Liaison:**Act as the primary lead for communications with our external Norwegian accountants, ensuring all outsourced tasks are completed accurately and on time.

• **Audit Support:**Assist with coordinating external audits and preparing the necessary documentation for year-end group and local audits.

• Internal Controls: Develop and maintain internal control frameworks to mitigate risk and improve the accuracy of financial information.

• **Process Improvement:**Identify opportunities to streamline local financial processes and enhance system efficiency within our fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

• **Experience:**Proven experience in a Controller or Senior Accountant role, ideally within an international or "scale-up" environment.

• **Technical Knowledge:**Strong working knowledge of Norwegian GAAP and IFRS is essential.

• **Tax/VAT Expertise:**Solid understanding of Norwegian VAT regulations and prior experience with statutory reporting and tax return support.

• **Language Skills:**Fluency in Norwegian is a mandatory requirement for this role. Must also be proficient in English for communication with the wider group.

• **IT Proficiency:**Advanced skills in Excel and experience with modern ERP/financial software.

• **Mindset:**Ability to work independently, take pragmatic decisions, and thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced industry like Data Centres or Cloud services.