Group Finance & G&A Controller
- Application Deadline: Sept. 30, 2026
- Oslo
- Hybrid
The Group Finance & G&A Controller plays a key role within the Group Finance function, combining responsibility for Group G&A controlling with active participation in financial reporting, IFRS-related matters, governance activities, and other core Group Finance processes.
The role acts as a bridge between Group Finance, FP&A and business stakeholders, supporting both financial performance and compliance across the organization.
We are looking for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys working across both controlling and financial reporting. The role is well suited to someone coming from a Big 4 background or a similar finance environment who wants broader exposure to Group Finance topics while remaining close to the business.
The role is based in Oslo, Norway, with openness to candidates located in Stockholm, Copenhagen, or Helsinki, subject to travel requirements.
For this role, we would prefer applications and CVs to be submitted in English.
Group Finance & IFRS
- Participates in Group Finance activities including IFRS reporting, annual report preparation, statutory reporting, note disclosures, audit coordination and consolidation support.
- Drive the day-to-day accounting and administration of the Group holding entities, including journal entries, reconciliations and related reporting activities.
- Supports tax-related matters, including transfer pricing documentation, monitoring of intercompany arrangements and coordination with external advisors.
- Takes an active role in Group reporting, including cash flow and capex reporting.
- Contributes to finance governance, internal controls and process improvement initiatives.
Group G&A Controlling
- Own budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial follow-up of Group G&A functions.
- Perform monthly variance analysis and cost follow-up.
- Partner with budget holders to provide financial insights and challenge spending.
- Support headcount and personnel cost reporting and analysis.
- Prepare management presentations and decision-support material.
Reporting, Systems & Process Improvement
- Support development and enhancement of Jedox reporting and planning processes.
- Assist in developing reporting tools, dashboards, and management reports.
- Be proactive on process improvements and automation initiatives.
- Contribute to data quality and master data governance.
- Support finance transformation and continuous improvement projects.
Skills & Requirements
Education: University degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or equivalent.
Experience
- 2-5 years of relevant finance experience.
- Experience within financial reporting, controlling, auditing, or Group Finance.
- Good understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles.
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Experience from multinational organizations is an advantage.
- Experience from a Big 4 audit firm is considered a strong advantage.
- Experience from a Group Finance function is beneficial.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work across both accounting and controlling disciplines.
- Strong Excel and financial systems skills.
- Experience with reporting and planning tools (e.g., Jedox, Power BI, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Tiego, or similar).
- Structured and detail-oriented.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement focus.
Success Factors
The successful candidate combines the analytical mindset of a controller with a solid understanding of financial reporting and Group Finance processes.
Equally important, the individual is a strong relationship builder who can work effectively across different functions, cultures, and levels of the organization. The role requires frequent interaction with budget holders, business leaders, shared service teams, auditors, and finance colleagues across the Nordics. Success therefore depends not only on technical competence, but also on the ability to communicate clearly, build trust, challenge constructively, and influence stakeholders in a positive and collaborative manner.
What Success Looks Like
After 12 months, the successful candidate will have:
- Established ownership of Group G&A budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Built strong relationships with budget holders across the Nordic organization.
- Become a trusted support resource for IFRS, annual report, audit, and Group reporting activities.
- Identified and implemented process improvements within reporting and controlling.
- Contributed to reducing dependency on key individuals within critical Group Finance processes.
Languages: Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in a Nordic language (Norwegian, Swedish, Danish or Finnish) is considered a strong advantage
About the company
McDonald’s is the largest restaurant chain in the Nordics and the market leader in both sales and market share, serving iconic products such as the Big Mac and world-famous fries to over 600,000 guests every day.
In 2021, McDonald’s became the leading Quick Service Restaurant in each of the Nordic countries for the first time. System-wide sales exceed €2.0 billion, with more than 136 million customers served annually. Food Folk is the largest youth employer in the region, with around 30,000 restaurant employees and approximately 70 franchisees operating across four countries. There are ambitious plans to grow to 600 restaurants by 2030.
We believe in using our scale and reach responsibly, engaging customers, employees, franchisees, suppliers, and partners to make a positive impact in the communities we serve. We are proud of the progress made and remain committed to driving meaningful change across our markets.
Food Folk is an independent company holding a 20-year McDonald’s International Development Licence (“IDL”) to operate McDonald’s restaurants in the Nordics. Owned by the Hands Family since 2017, Food Folk oversees both restaurant operations and the associated real estate portfolio. The corporate organisation comprises around 300 colleagues, with offices in Copenhagen, Helsinki, Oslo, and Stockholm.
Paolo Mantica | Contact Person
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