Helly Hansen is looking for an Accounting Analyst

The Accounting Analyst will play an important role in our Finance department in Oslo managing Account Receivables, Retail accounting and GL Ledger activities. We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Analyst for the Nordic market who will collaborate with cross functional teams like Sales, E-commerce, Retail and Operations ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and efficient financial operations that support the continued success of our business. The role will report to European Credit Manager located in Oslo.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Receivable processes, including invoicing, collections, and cash application
• Monitor customer accounts to ensure timely payments and minimize outstanding balances
• Reconcile Accounts Receivable ledgers and resolve discrepancies
• Investigate and resolve payment issues and customer disputes
• Prepare aging reports and support credit control activities
• Manage Accounts Receivable activities related to e-commerce channels

Retail Accounting

• Reconcile Point of Sale (POS) systems with financial records
• Manage cash application and bank deposit reconciliations
• Monitor inventory-related accounting entries and investigate variances

General Ledger Accounting

• Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with accounting standards and company policies
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities

Additional Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and relevant regulations
• Collaborate closely with Sales, E-commerce, Retail, Operations and Finance teams
• Support internal and external audit processes
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency
• Assist with financial analysis, reporting, hoc projects and audit

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• Experience and “hands-on” knowledge from various ERP and accounting systems (e.g Infor M3 ERP and SAP, BlackLine, Front POS)
• Good Excel knowledge
• Solid accounting and credit knowledge with minimum 3+ years relevant hands-on experience preferably in an international setting
• Experience with US Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)
• Ability to see opportunities for streamlining and automating tasks

Skills:

• Ability to develop and implement new operating procedures and processes, mastering both people and system challenges and changes in doing so
• Structured, curios, willing to learn and master changes
• Strong work ethic with self-accountability for high-quality deliverables
• Well organized and thorough, with attention to details
• Proactiveness and sense of urgency
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with business partners
• Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Desire for continuous improvement
• Fluent in a Scandinavian language and English (written and spoken)

Work Environment:

• Ability to thrive in a lean, dynamic, high-growth and non-hierarchical environment.
• Ability to work well across functions and diverse communities.
• Flexibility for occasional early/late meetings with North American counterparts.
• Travel Requitements: Ability to travel, including potential international travel.

We offer:

• A culture that rewards excellence in an exciting phase of growth and new opportunities
• An ambitious, dynamic, creative, and international environment
• An active environment with passion for sports
• Discounts on great gear

This role is in Oslo - HH HQ and is a full-time employment.

Any questions can be directed to khorsle@hellyhansen.com

Application (CV and cover letter) is ONLY accepted in the portal (due to personal data protection rules) and not later than 14 September 2026.