Join REV Ocean

We are seeking a structured, proactive and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Finance team.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven organization with a clear ambition: One Healthy Ocean.

At REV Ocean, we work to improve ocean health by connecting science, business, policy and philanthropy.

Our Finance team plays an important role in enabling the organization to deliver on its mission through reliable financial processes, strong internal controls and high-quality support to colleagues across the organization.

The role

As an Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate, timely and efficient accounting processes.

You will work closely with the Controller, Finance Manager and colleagues across REV Ocean, supporting day-to-day accounting, payments, reconciliations and reporting activities.

The role requires a person who enjoys structure, takes ownership of tasks and is comfortable working in a dynamic environment where priorities may change as the organization moves closer to operational readiness.

Key responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities.
• Account receivables; raise invoices as required and ensure they are issued accurately and on time.
• Account Payable; process all supplier invoices accurately and in a timely way.
• Prepare and maintain account reconciliations and documentation.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure compliance with VAT and tax requirements.
• Process employee expense claims in accordance with internal routines.
• Support Controller in the preparation and processing of payroll.
• Collaborate with colleagues to drive continuous improvement of accounting processes and workflows.
• Provide support to colleagues and ensure professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant education in accounting, finance or business administration, or relevant practical experience from accounting work
• Good understanding of Norwegian accounting rules, VAT and general statutory requirements is considered an advantage
• Proficiency in Excel is essential
• Good system understanding; we mainly use Visma systems
• Fluency in Norwegian and English is required
• Personal qualities will be emphasized, and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Personal qualities

• Structured, accurate and reliable, with strong attention to detail
• Proactive and solution-oriented, with a willingness to improve routines and ways of working
• Service-minded and collaborative, with the ability to build trust across teams
• Comfortable taking ownership and following tasks through to completion
• Flexible and adaptable in a developing organization

We offer

• Opportunity to work with great people in a hugely innovative arena to create real impact
• Opportunities for growth and development, access to learning resources
• A diverse and inclusive, internationally-minded working environment
• Open and friendly company culture
• Flat structure with direct access to decision makers on the department level
• Competitive salary and benefits (including pension plans, insurance, health care and more)
• Access to an outstanding private medical clinic, free staffed gym and attractive new offices
• Subsidized lunch
• All the tools you need to be productive