Controller

About Cognite

Embark on a transformative journey with Cognite, a global SaaS forerunner in leveraging data to unravel complex business challenges through our cutting-edge Cognite Data Fusion (CDF) platform. We were awarded the 2022 Technology Innovation Leader for Global Digital Industrial Platforms & Cognite was recognized as 2024 Microsoft Energy and Resources Partner of the Year. In the realm of industrial digitalization, we stand at the forefront, reshaping the future of Oil & Gas, Manufacturing and Energy sectors. Join us in this venture where data meets ingenuity, and together, we forge the path to a smarter, more connected industrial future.

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Our values

Impact: Cogniters strive to make an impact in all that they do. We are result-oriented, always asking ourselves.

Ownership: Cogniters embrace a culture of ownership. We go beyond our comfort zones to contribute to the greater good, fostering inclusivity and sharing responsibilities for challenges and success. 

Relentless: Cogniters are relentless in their pursuit of innovation. We are determined and deliverable (never ruthless or reckless), facing challenges head-on and viewing setbacks as opportunities for growth. 

About the position

As a Controller in Cognite, you will be central in a team that is building the financial framework allowing Cognite to further scale globally. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to develop their accounting knowledge and business understanding. As a strong communicator and skilled financial analyst, you will make it your mission to improve our financial reporting processes. You will help improve our operational efficiency and aid in our continued growth.

Role and responsibilities

• Support the Business Controller with the billing cycle, including customer invoicing, and revenue recognition
• Participate in revenue reconciliation, analysis and monthly reporting
• Review client WIP and accrued accounts monthly
• Participate in the monthly and annual reporting and closing process
• Prepare accounts payable/expense reconciliations for month-end close; review G/L for accuracy, reclassifications if needed, and completeness
• Participate in the annual statutory financial reporting process
• Responsible for communicating with external accountants in relation to accounting matters
• Manage and monitor accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate International Reporting Standards (IFRS) and regulatory requirements
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and ensure that we have scalable systems and processes in place 
• Assist in maintaining group accounting principles and policies
• Contribute to and support the internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) project 
• Research and contribute to accounting issues and drafting accounting memos

We believe these experiences will set you up for success

• 2-4 years experience, preferably from a finance function in an international company or a global audit firm 
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting but preferably an advanced credential such as a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) 
• Knowledge of accounting and accounting standards (IFRS)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English
• A preference for learning and growing in a fast growing, highly diverse and inclusive work environment

A snapshot of our many perks and benefits as a Cogniter

* Competitive salary and benefits include a pension plan, insurance, parental benefits, and more.

* Join an organization of 70 different nationalities 🌐 with Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) in focus 🤝

* A highly modern and fun working environment with sublime culture across the organization, follow us on Instagram @cognitedata 📷 to know more

* Flat structure with direct access to decision-makers, with minimal amount of bureaucracy

* Opportunity to work with and learn from some of the best people on some of the most ambitious projects found anywhere, across industries

* Join our HUB 🗣️ to be part of the conversation directly with Cogniters and our partners.

* Gain perks like a paid mobile telephone subscription and broadband connection.

* Get access to extended private health services with Aker Care.

* Hungry? We’ve got your back. A subsidized lunch at the canteen is delivered by our chefs who specialise in options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarian, salads and hot soups every day

* Stay fueled between meals with snacks and drinks on the house. 

* Our own Cognite exclusive coffee bar ☕ with the friendliest baristas is here to brew coffee for coffee lovers, tea for tea lovers, smoothie for smoothie lovers, and the baristas creative concoctions when the mood strikes.

* We take your mental- and physical health seriously by having a broad health offering and a free membership to our fully-staffed gym on-site.

* A pet lover? Get the chance to meet Spot 🐶!

Why choose Cognite? 🏆 🚀

Join us in making a real and lasting impact in one of the most exciting and fastest-growing new software companies in the world. We have repeatedly demonstrated that digital transformation, when anchored on strong DataOps, drives business value and sustainabilityfor clients and allows front-line workers, as well as domain experts, to make better decisions every single day. We were recognized as one of CNBC's top global enterprise technology startups powering digital transformation! And just recently, Frost & Sullivan named Cognite a Technology Innovation Leader! 🥇 Most recently Cognite Data Fusion® Achieved Industry First DNV Compliance for Digital Twins 🥇

Apply today!

If you're excited about the opportunity to work at Cognite and make a difference in the tech industry, we encourage you to apply today! We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and identities to join our team. Please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition team with any questions -

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