Assistant Manager, Financial Reporting

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented individual to join our finance team. He/she will play a key role in ensuring compliance with SEC regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements, and Financial Reporting.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

• Assist with preparation and filing of accurate and timely quarterly and annual reports (20-F, 6-K, etc) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Oslo stock exchange
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal and external auditors, to ensure compliance with SEC and OSE regulations
• Stay informed about changes in SEC reporting requirements and communicate relevant updates to the finance team.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors in matters related to financial reporting.
• Facilitate the audit process, ensuring timely provision of required documentation and information.
• Address auditor inquiries and findings, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Support the financial reporting and group audit as required.

SOX Compliance

• Be a part of the accounting team's Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program, ensuring the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of the Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program.
• Coordinate with process owners to update and document control narratives, process flows, and control testing procedures.
• Assess and enhance internal control procedures to strengthen the control environment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to streamline financial reporting processes while maintaining a strong control environment.
• Provide guidance to process owners and stakeholders on internal control principles and best practices.
• Conduct training sessions to educate employees on internal controls and proper process execution.

Technical Accounting

• Stay abreast of new accounting standards and regulatory changes (e.g. ESG, carbon credits), including the implementation of new pronouncements.
• Conduct technical accounting research to address complex accounting issues and ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) relevant to the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (i.e. CPA, ACCA, CIA)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in public accounting firm or a financial reporting role with a focus on internal controls, SOX compliance and other relevant regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.