Experienced Accountant- Shipping & Real Estate

About us

Astrup Fearnley Group represents over 150 years of history, growth, and excellence-shaped by the Astrup Fearnley family and generations of dedicated professionals. The Group is engaged in financial services, asset management, shipping, offshore rig & supply vessel services, with a legacy that includes Hans Rasmus Astrup Foundation and the Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art.

Today the Astrup Fearnley Group employs 440 personnel across 18 offices globally and is currently in a phase of growth and youthification, expanding its global footprint and commercial presence while maintaining a solid financial position.

Fearnley Securities AS represents the Group’s financial services branch and is a significant player in the field of Investment Banking. Fearnley Business Management AS is a subsidiary of Fearnley Securities AS. Fearnley Securities AS and Fearnley Business Management AS facilitate and manage projects within real estate and shipping/offshore.

With 30 properties and 55 vessels across a total of 75 projects, the company manages one of Norway’s largest real estate and shipping portfolios. The companies own either property or vessels, financed through a combination of bank loans and equity from professional investors.

For further information, please visit Fearnley Securities ASTo strengthen our team, we are now looking for an experienced Accountant to join Fearnley Business Management AS! As an Accountant with us, you will become part of a dynamic team of 16 professionals and work closely with Business Managers and project-responsible brokers.

We are looking for someone who can take ownership of the accounting process from A to Å, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is motivated by delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day accounting, reconciliations, and periodic reporting
• VAT reporting
• Year-end closing and tax reporting
• Establishment and follow-up of bank accounts
• Assistance with company formation, capital changes, restructuring, liquidation and sales
• Support in ownership changes and share transfers
• Transaction support related to acquisitions and divestments
• Ongoing support to Business Managers on relevant tasks

Qualifications

• Higher education within finance, accounting or similar
• Strong accounting knowledge and a genuine interest in the field, supported by relevant experience in a similar role
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, in particular Excel
• Good systems understanding; experience with accounting systems such as Xledger and Maestro is an advantage, but not a requirement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Norwegian and English
• Structured and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and as a part of a team

What we offer

• Exciting tasks in a fast-paced and professional work environment
• A flat and dynamic organization, where ambition is encouraged and supported
• A social and collaborative workplace with a high level of expertise
• Modern office facilities in Bjørvika, Oslo
• The position is based in Oslo.

Please submit your application including a cover letter describing your motivation and qualifications, your CV, and relevant academic transcripts. Please note that applications must be submitted through our online system. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

If you have any questions, please contact Marius Abrahamsen, Head of Business Support, +47 932 05 926 or Caroline Mortensen, People & Recruitment Officer, +47 468 49 600.