Norse Atlantic Airways is a low-fare, long-haul airline headquartered in Norway, transforming intercontinental travel with affordability and convenience. We connect bucket-list destinations in the United States, including New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, Las Vegas, and Orlando to key cities across Europe. We also connect travelers to remarkable locations like Cape Town and Bangkok.

Founded in 2021, we are an ambitious, and fast-growing company in the aviation industry, driven by a commitment to innovation and excellence.

Are you a strong leader with a passion for building teams and driving financial excellence? As Head of Group Accounting, you will play a key role in shaping the finance function at Norse Atlantic Airways global operations. This is a temporary two-year position, offering a unique opportunity to establish and lead a high-performing accounting team while ensuring top-tier financial functions across our global operations.

This full-time, office-based role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic international environment, enjoys developing talent, and wants to leave a lasting impact on a growing airline by building processes, efficiency and teamwork.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, coaching and inspiring a high-performing accounting team;
• Oversee monthly group consolidation and ensure compliance with IFRS and relevant local regulations;
• Deliver timely and accurate internal and external financial reporting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis for the Group, including overseas subsidiaries and branches;
• Manage key Finance functions such as Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Revenue Accounting;
• Contribute to working capital management and forecasting;
• Lead finance improvement initiatives, with a strong focus on ERP automation and process efficiency;
• Play a central role in cost management and embedding cost awareness across the company culture;
• Act as the key contact for external auditors;
• Establish accounting functions in new countries of operation, coordinating with both internal and third-party finance resources;
• Develop and enhance financial routines, controls, and procedures;
• Liaise with tax specialists to ensure compliance in multiple jurisdictions, including execution of transfer pricing policies;
• Drive modernization of financial reporting tools to reduce manual work and improve reporting timelines;
• Act as super user for Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP system.

What we're looking for:

We’re looking for a hands-on leader who can combine strategic oversight with a people-first approach. Someone who can inspire and grow a team while also ensuring financial excellence and compliance across multiple countries.

Requirements:

• Higher education in Fiance or related field;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role;
• Expert level knowledge of IFRS and practical experience in applying the standards;
• Strong leadership and team management skills;
• Fluency in spoken and written English for communication with colleagues and cooperation partners outside of Latvia;
• Previous experience in a multinational company will be considered as an advantage.

We offer:

• The sky is the limit growth opportunity in dynamic aviation industry;
• Monthly salary ranging from 4500.00 - 5500.00 EUR (Gross), based on candidate experience;
• Explore the world with exclusive travel privileges to all Norse destinations, plus discounted tickets with our partner airlines;
• Premium health insurance provided after the probation period;
• Gym and wellness benefit, with co-payment for sports activities after the probation period;
• Modern office in the city center - Novira plaza;
• Inclusive and diverse work culture we bring together talent from over 40 nationalities.
  

We believe that culture will be our competitive advantage.

Team Norse has identified three core values that we all should live and breathe. They are:

• Be inclusive
• Take ownership
• Show kindness.