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Chief Financial Officer

Confidential employer · Porsgrunn · Posted 25 Jul 2026

Job summary

Seeking a Chief Financial Officer for a Norwegian subsidiary of an international mining and metallurgy group. The role focuses on leading financial operations, driving cost control, managing cash flow, and supporting strategic decision-making in an industrial environment. Fluency in English is required; Norwegian language skills are advantageous but not mandatory.

Location and work setup

Location
Porsgrunn
Work setup
On-site

Responsibilities

Lead and manage financial performance, including budgeting, cost control, and optimization of working capital across multiple plants. Develop and motivate a finance team to operate as a business partner. Oversee cash flow management and identify financial improvement opportunities. Conduct scenario planning and financial modeling to facilitate strategic decisions. Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards and manage relationships with auditors and tax advisors. Oversee key cost drivers such as energy contracts and maintain internal controls. Act as Secretary to the Board of Directors and support management and plant directors as a trusted financial advisor.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration. At least 5 years in a senior finance role, preferably in process or heavy industry. Demonstrated success in cost reduction, cash flow improvement, and operational performance. Experience working in complex, multicultural, matrix organizations with global reporting. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Fluent in English; Norwegian language skills are a plus.

Skills

financial performance managementbudgetingcost controlworking capital optimizationteam leadershipcash flow managementscenario planningfinancial modellingstakeholder engagementfinancial reportingtax strategy coordinationinternal controlsboard secretarial dutiesEnglish fluency