Head of Group Accounting - Join a Listed Growth Company Transforming Sustainable Salmon Farming

**Join Nordic Aqua Partners and play a key role in one of the most exciting growth stories within sustainable aquaculture.**Our mission is to deliver fresh and locally farmed Atlantic salmon direct to the Chinese consumer, saving airfreight cost and import duties and significantly reduce carbon footprint.

To achieve our mission, Nordic Aqua Partners uses only state-of-the-art technology and best farming practices to demonstrate how China can sustainably satisfy its fast-growing appetite for high-quality protein.

As Head of Group Accounting , you will play a central role in developing and strengthening the finance function during an exciting phase of growth. Working closely with the Oslo-based CFO and the finance team in the Chinese subsidiary, you will be responsible for consolidation, reporting, and financial governance matters across the Group. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine technical accounting expertise with operational involvement in an international listed company. You will have significant influence on reporting processes, accounting policies, internal controls, and the continued professionalization of the finance function. The role reports to the CFO and is based at the company's headquarters in central Oslo. Occasional business travel to China and the Faroe Islands should be expected.

Main responsibilities

• Lead the monthly and annual financial reporting processes, including group consolidation
• Prepare board, management, regulatory, and stock exchange reporting
• Support and follow up international subsidiaries and local finance teams
• Serve as a trusted advisor on accounting, tax, and VAT-related matters
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and other regulatory requirements
• Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, controls, and reporting routines
• Contribute to strengthening internal controls and corporate governance across the Group
• Act as primary point of contact for external accounting firms and auditors

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum five years of relevant experience from audit, preferably combined with experience from accounting, controlling, or financial reporting
• Solid IFRS knowledge and experience
• Experience from international and/or publicly listed companies is an advantage
• Experience from the aquaculture industry is also an advantage
• Strong communication skills and professional proficiency in English

Personal qualifications

We are looking for a person who thrives in a small, high-exposure environment where initiative, accountability, and independent execution are essential.

• **Entrepreneurial mindset:**Thrives in a scale-up environment
• **Delivery-focused:**Able to prioritize effectively and meet deadlines
• **Responsible, self-driven, and structured:**Takes ownership and maintains a high level of organization
• High ethical standards and professional integrity

Why Join Nordic Aqua Partners ?

This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative and international company that is redefining sustainable salmon farming.

At Nordic Aqua Partners, you will:

• Take on a key finance leadership role in a listed growth company
• Work closely with senior management, the board, and gain broad exposure across the business
• Contribute directly to the continued scaling and development of the Group
• Join a highly competent and collaborative international team
• Be part of a business with a significant sustainable growth ambition

Location : This position will be based in Oslo.

If this seems interesting, please apply via www.financepeople.no. For questions, please contact Mona Gabrielsen, Partner at FinancePeople, at +47 917 46 917 / mona.gabrielsen@financepeople.no or Svenn-Erik Warholm, Partner at FinancePeople, at +47 917 37 272 / svenn-erik.warholm@financepeople.no. According to GDPR, you are requested to apply through the system and not directly to the contact person listed in this ad.

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