Kobenhavn Finance Business Partner

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Local Finance Business Partner – Copenhagen, Denmark (m/f/d) If you're someone who inspires others, owns their impact and wants to elevate what they do, you'll fit right in. Until July 1, our business was part of BASF. As part of the current transition, all job listings and the application process are still hosted on the BASF platform and therefore fully presented in BASF branding. Please do not be confused by this: All roles are positions at Surventis, and your application will be submitted to us. At Surventis, we go beyond the surface - in everything we do. We put customers at the center, think one step ahead, and develop solutions that create real value and lasting partnerships. We inspire each other to think further, take ownership of our work, and constantly push to elevate what's possible. If you bring your full self, challenge the obvious answer, and want to grow with a team that means it - this is your place. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Due to the strategic realignment of Surventis, a dedicated finance organization is being established, an exciting opportunity to shape the local finance function from its foundation. Based in Copenhagen, Denmark, you will be the central local finance contact for Denmark and a true finance allrounder across accounting, controlling, tax and compliance. In your new role, you are the communication point between the business units, our third-party business process provider (BPO) and Corporate Accounting Country specifics such as Danish GAAP, IFRS and local tax requirements are reflected correctly in the local financial statements by you, including statutory reporting and filing obligations As the local caretaker for accounting and controlling topics, you take responsibility for the local balance sheet and P&L as well as for month-end and year-end closing quality Business partnering is at the heart of your role, providing local management with transparent analyses, forecasts and decision support on cost, margin and working capital topics Neighbouring Nordic entities are supported by you on accounting and reporting matters, with Norwegian and Finnish GAAP requirements taken into account where relevant Local tax and audit topics are coordinated by you together with external advisors, auditors and our Tax and Treasury specialists Process standardization, automation and transition or carve-out related projects are actively supported by you - always with clear ownership of all local E2E processes, high-quality standards and primary responsibility for compliance-related topics WHAT YOU OFFER Higher education in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, Business Administration or Economics; a university degree is not required Additional qualifications such as statsautoriseret revisor, CPA or CMA are an advantage Several years of work experience combining Accounting and Controlling/FP&A in a multinational corporation, including first leadership responsibility Expertise in Accounting and Management Accounting processes, statutory reporting and process optimization methodologies Sound knowledge of Danish GAAP, IFRS and Danish tax requirements, in particular VAT and corporate income tax; familiarity with Norwegian and Finnish GAAP is a strong plus Experience in the chemicals or related industry and during transitions or carve-outs is highly beneficial Proficiency in SAP (e.g. R/3, S/4HANA), BI tools (e.g. Power BI, SAC), process mapping tools and advanced MS Office skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, hands-on mentality, compliance mindset and the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders in a multicultural environment Fluency in English and Danish; additional Nordic language skills are a plus WHAT WE OFFER We offer an attractive salary with individual benefits such as performance-related bonuses. Company-funded supplementary health insurance, accident insurance and pension related benefits We offer a wide range of local and global development and career opportunities for professional and personal development Surventis stands for diversity - we are proud of our Coatings employee networks WomenInCoatings, Color Pride and CultiConnect The feedback culture is firmly integrated into our corporate culture, e.g. through regular employee surveys and management feedback HOW TO REACH US You apply through our application portal. You need to upload your CV, cover letter and answer the questions listed in the application portal. We will be interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis, so we recommend that you apply as soon as possible. If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Thierry Van Der Brempt, at thierry.van-der-brempt@surventiscoatings.com. You can reach our recruitment team here: Talent-Acquisition-Nordics@basf.com Information about our application process can be found here . Diversity is our greatest strength! Become a part of our winning formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief. [[LEGAL_ENTITY_OBJ]] Notice regarding responsibility and data processing The job offers published on this platform relate exclusively to positions at . BASF Group operates this platform solely as a technical service provider under a Transitional Service Agreement following the divestment of the Coatings division, effective July 1st 2026, now Surventis. The employer and contracting party for the advertised positions is exclusively . alone is responsible for the content of the job adverts and the decision regarding applications. Data Protection The processing of your personal data is carried out by as the controller within the meaning of any applicable data privacy laws. BASF Group acts as a technical service provider in this respect and processes data exclusively on behalf of . Further information can be found in the privacy policy coatings privacy policy incl. Contact details . Apply now Kobenhavn, DNK Surventis A/S Finance, Controlling & Audit Permanent 146484 Others Denmark Work model: Hybrid Credits Data protection Contact Follow us Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Copyright © BASF SE 2019