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Head of Group Accounting
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Are you ready to take a key leadership role in a fast-growing company and drive the finance function that supports this growth? As the Head of Group Accounting, you will be a central figure in shaping the financial strategy and ensuring the sustainable success of Garda Hedging Group. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and develop the group's financial accounting and reporting function, while managing a small, dedicated team.
At Garda Group, we are committed to securing society and values. As Northern Europe's leading supplier of 360° security solutions, we offer an extensive range of products and services within perimeter security, technical security, industrial doors, and road safety. Our companies are located throughout Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, The Netherlands and Germany, and together we employ more than 3,100 employees.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head of Group Accounting to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the Group's financial reporting across all divisions, ensuring the highest levels of accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. You will report directly to the Group CFO and have personnel responsibility for two team members.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the Group Accounting function, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of consolidated financial statements and reports in accordance with IFRS or GAAP
- Manage, coach, and develop a team of two professionals (Accounting and ESG)
- Supervise la coordinazione e preparazione di rapporti di finanziaria mennuale, quarterly, e annuale
- Develop, implement, and maintain standardized accounting policies and procedures across all business units
- Managed and optimised the monthly, quarterly, and annual group closing processes
- Ensure compliance with local, country, and international financial and tax regulations
- Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure timely and effective resolution of audit findings
- Collaborate closely with CFOs and finance teams across the Group to drive continuous improvement in accounting processes and financial reporting quality
- Implement and enhance accounting systems and internal controls to strengthen financial governance
- Provides leadership, training, and support to accounting teams across the Group, promoting best practices and a culture of excellence
- Support M&A activities, including integration of acquired companies into the Group's financial reporting structure
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
- A relevant professional certification (e.g., Chartered Accountant, ACCA) is highly desirable
- Extensive experience in financial accounting and consolidation, preferably within a group or multi-divisional setting. Experience from a leading audit firm is also highly valued
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS
- Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management systems, especially consolidation tools
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing accounting team
- Analytical, strategic mindset with strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in English. Knowledge of a Scandinavian language and/or German is an advantage
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to play a critical leadership role in shaping the financial future of a dynamic, fast-growing company
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for significant professional growth and career development
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment with highly skilled colleagues
At Garda Securing Group, we are committed to securing society and values. As Northern Europe's leading supplier of 360° security solutions, we offer an extensive range of products and services within Perimeter Security, Technical Security, Industrial Doors, and Road Safety. Our companies are located throughout Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, The Netherlands and Germany, and together we employ more than 3,100 employees.
Our mission is to be a driving force for sustainability in our industry, and we pride ourselves on our innovative and high-quality security solutions. As a committed, innovative, and customer-centric partner, our customers' needs are always at the heart of our operation. We practice safety first throughout our value chain and are passionate about sustainable growth and development in our industry and beyond.
The Group has high ambitions for profitable growth, both organically and through mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Joining us and being part of a company that is dedicated to protecting people, property, and assets across Northern Europe.
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