Finance Manager

About Us

We are looking for a Finance Manager (fixed-term 2 years) based in Cluj-Napoca Romania with a flexible hybrid working setup.

In this role you will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations in Denmark combining strategic financial planning (FP&A) with robust financial control compliance and statutory reporting. The role ensures accurate financial reporting supports business decision-making maintains compliance with Danish regulations (including SKAT) and manages key administrative responsibilities such as e-Boks tax filings and audit coordination.

Key responsibilities of the role:

1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead the annual budgeting forecasting and long-term financial planning processes;
• Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial forecasts and variance analyses;
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management to support strategic decision-making;
• Analyse business performance trends and key drivers (revenue costs margins cash flow);
• Partner with business leaders to improve financial performance and cost efficiency;

2. Financial Control & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely month-end quarter-end and year-end close processes; Approve monthly Financial Statements in US GAAP ;
• Prepare statutory financial statements in accordance with Danish GAAP and IFRS (if applicable) for Statutory Financial Audit ( each year around November);
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure proper accounting treatment of transactions;
• Oversee and approve reconciliations (balance sheet bank intercompany accounts etc.);
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies;
• Maintain documentation and audit trails for all financial activities;

3. Tax & Compliance (SKAT)

• Ensure compliance with Danish tax regulations (corporate tax VAT payroll taxes);
• Review VAT returns and other required filings with SKAT (Danish Tax Agency);
• Coordinate corporate income tax reporting with external advisors;
• Monitor changes in Danish tax legislation and assess business impact;
• Ensure compliance with transfer pricing requirements and documentation;
• Manage communication and correspondence with SKAT authorities;

4. Audit & External Reporting

• Act as primary contact for external auditors and manage the annual audit process;
• Coordinate audit schedules and prepare where needed documentation and responses to audit queries;
• Ensure timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of recommendations;
• Coordinate with internal audit (if applicable/ needed);
• Ensure statutory filings are completed with Danish authorities (e.g. Danish Business Authority Erhvervsstyrelsen) ( usual deadline is 30th of March for prior Fiscal year)

5. Administrative & Regulatory Responsibilities

• Manage company digital mail system (e-Boks) and ensure timely handling of official correspondence as well as related business partners ( invoices to be forwarded to responsible AP partner compliance requests etc);
• Oversee compliance with local statutory requirements and filings;
• Maintain relationships with banks tax advisors and regulatory authorities;
• Ensure proper corporate governance documentation and filings;

6. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor and manage cash flow liquidity and working capital;
• Optimize cash management processes and approve forecasting;
• Oversee banking relationships and approvals;
• Manage intercompany funding and vendor related payments;

7. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and develop the local finance team (if applicable);
• Collaborate with global finance and regional teams;
• Act as a strategic business partner to local leadership;

Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Finance Accounting or related field;
• 510 years of experience in FP&A Financial Controlling or similar roles;
• Experience managing audits and financial reporting;
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills;
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle IndustriOS).

Preferred qualifications and experience:

• Experience with Danish accounting standards and tax regulations is a plus.
• Professional qualification (e.g. ACCA CPA CMA or equivalent) preferred;

About the Location

Our ClujNapoca office is a key European hub for Copeland supporting engineering IT finance marketing and customer operations. Opened in 2024 the modern office is home to more than 240 professionals who contribute to Copelands global and European operations. This dynamic environment offers excellent opportunities for career growth collaboration and the chance to be part of an innovative fastgrowing team.