Nordic Finance Director

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That's why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply 'empower' you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we'll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Nordic Finance Director
– Apex Fund Services (Sweden) AB
Location – Sweden (with responsibility for Sweden and Denmark)
Description
As Finance Director for
Apex Fund Services (Nordic)
, you will be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, managing regulatory returns, and driving financial strategy across both Sweden and Denmark in alignment with local and group objectives. You will lead the finance function across these two jurisdictions, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and timely reporting to group leadership and relevant regulatory bodies.

Job specification
The role duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:

Financial Reporting & Control

• Lead preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts, financial KPIs, and internal reporting packs
• Ensure timely, accurate reporting of actual results, variance analysis, and full reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts
• Maintain strong governance over financial transactions and adherence to internal control policies
• Support and maintain internal MIS reporting

Working Capital & Client Invoicing

• Oversee client billing processes, ensuring timely invoicing and proactive cash collection
• Monitor working capital performance against targets, escalating and addressing variances where necessary
• Drive continuous improvement in cash flow and receivables management

Treasury & Banking

• Manage treasury operations in line with Group policy, including oversight of bank accounts and monthly reconciliations
• Ensure optimal use of excess cash and strong controls over all banking activities

Forecasting & Business Planning

• Prepare annual budgets and business plans with strategic input from senior leadership
• Maintain rolling P&L, cash flow, and working capital forecasts, ensuring accuracy and communication of key variances
• Identify and quantify emerging financial risks and opportunities

Regulatory Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee timely and accurate regulatory submissions to the local regulatory authorities and other bodies
• Liaise with Group and Divisional Finance teams to ensure local compliance with group standards and Sweden and Denmark regulations

Audit & Financial Controls

• Lead external audit processes, ensuring efficient collaboration with auditors and timely resolution of queries
• Maintain documented finance procedures and a robust internal control framework across AR/AP, payroll, and expense management
• Safeguard assets and ensure compliance with authorisation policies and accounting standards

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage and develop the Sweden and Denmark Finance team, ensuring appropriate resourcing, training, and succession planning
• Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement
• Create development plans for all team members and identify high-potential talent

Skills Required:

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
• 5–7 years' experience in senior finance roles, including financial control and leadership within regulated environments
• Deep understanding of Swedish and Danish accounting standards and regulations, ideally with a broader knowledge of Nordic accounting rules
• Swedish / Danish language skills an advantage but not a requirement
• Comfortable navigating financial and regulatory requirements in both countries
• Proven track record in working capital management, financial forecasting, and audit oversight
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent in English
• Experienced in driving operational improvements and navigating change in fast-paced environments

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.