Financial Risk & Compliance Senior Professional - Gdansk

Are you looking to build on your experience in external audit or internal controls in a fast-paced international environment? Would you like to move from providing assurance to working more closely with the business, using your analytical skills to help protect company assets and strengthen the reliability of financial reporting? If so, this could be your opportunity to join Risk and Compliance, part of Arla Corporate Finance, as a Financial Risk & Compliance Senior Professional in our Gdańsk office.

ROLE FOCUS THIS IS NOT a financial crime compliance role focused on KYC, AML, sanctions or customer due diligence. The role supports financial risk mitigation, fraud prevention, internal controls and reliable financial reporting in a global production and consumer goods company.

How you will make an impact

As Financial Risk & Compliance Senior Professional, you will support the delivery of established risk and compliance activities across Arla’s global operations. Working with experienced colleagues and business stakeholders, you will perform control monitoring and analysis, contribute to risk assessments, participate in compliance reviews and follow up on agreed remediation actions. Your work will help protect company assets, reduce the risk of fraud and error, and support complete, accurate and reliable financial reporting.

Specifically, you will

• support risk assessments and risk-and-control mapping across selected processes, functions and countries, with focus on fraud and financial reporting risks
• perform control monitoring and testing activities using established methodologies, including reviewing documentation, analysing evidence and identifying exceptions
• participate in risk-based compliance reviews by preparing analyses, supporting walkthroughs and stakeholder interviews, documenting observations and contributing to conclusions and recommendations
• analyse transactions and control data to identify trends, anomalies, red flags and opportunities to strengthen preventive and detective controls
• monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions and follow up with control owners on progress, evidence and timely completion
• prepare clear reporting on control performance, identified deficiencies and remediation status for Risk and Compliance colleagues and business stakeholders
• contribute to continuous improvement of risk and control tools, transaction monitoring, data analytics and other digital solutions

What will make you successful

You have a strong foundation in audit, accounting or internal controls and are motivated to develop your expertise in financial risk and compliance within a global business. You work in a structured and analytical way, exercise sound judgement in familiar situations and know when to seek guidance on more complex matters. You are comfortable working with data, documentation and stakeholders across different functions and countries. You communicate findings clearly, follow through on agreed actions and contribute constructively as part of a collaborative team.

Furthermore, you have

• A university degree in finance, accounting, auditing, business administration or a related field, combined with approximately 2-5 years of relevant professional experience
• Experience in either external audit, internal audit or internal controls; external audit experience with large multinational organisations is preferred
• Experience with manufacturing, FMCG, supply chain or other process-driven businesses is an advantage
• Good knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, auditing and internal control principles
• Practical experience in control testing, analysing audit evidence, documenting findings and supporting remediation follow-up
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with stakeholders
• Interest in data analytics, transaction monitoring and digital control solutions; professional qualifications in accounting or auditing are an advantage

Please note that this role requires you to be in the office 50% of the time + one additional day (monthly).

What do we offer?

• Work in an international environment with teams across different countries
• Scandinavian working style – flat structure, informal atmosphere & no formal dress code
• Flexible working hours with a hybrid work model, offering a balance between office collaboration and home office flexibility
• Additional annual leave of up to 4 extra days, awarded over time in recognition of your tenure with us
• Private medical care (LUX MED) and life insurance (Unum)
• Cafeteria benefits system (gym card, vouchers, travel points, cinema tickets – you choose)
• Employee Assistance Program (psychological, legal and financial support)
• Wellbeing initiatives, including sports activities and communities (e.g. running team)
• Structured onboarding and access to expert‑led trainings
• Co‑financing of education and certifications, supporting continuous professional development
• Employee referral bonus program
• Brand‑new modern office full of greenery and plants
• On‑site parking
• Spacious canteen with fresh breakfasts and lunches available daily

We are committed to salary transparency and will discuss the salary range and benefits before the first interview.

Read more about Arla Global Shared Services

Global Shared Services brings together multiple functions based in the Punkt building in Gdańsk. Our teams support Arla’s global business across areas including IT, Finance, Procurement and HR, providing expertise, solutions and services that enable efficient business operations worldwide. From technology and digital solutions, through financial and procurement processes, to people-related services, we work together to support Arla’s business and its continued development. Together, we are dedicated to one collective mission ensuring an optimal global supply of fresh Arla products every single day.

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