Compliance Project Manager

Scan Group is working in the global transportation supply chain.

You will be part of a small finance team in Scan-Group interacting with the regional finance set-up across the organization.

This is a new role placed at the Scan-Group HQ in Copenhagen and you will report to the Group CFO.

Job overall purpose

• To oversee the succesfull implementation of SAF-T (Standard Audit File for Tax), E-invoicing and other compliance initiatives across the organization

Key areas of responsibilities

• Project Leadership and Management
• Regulatory Compliance and Reporting
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Change Management and Training
• Continuous Improvement

Key areas of tasks related to the responsibilities

Project Leadership and Management

• Lead and manage the end-to-end implementation of SAF-T and E-invoicing projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance with local and international tax regulations
• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, timelines, deliverables, and resource requirements
• Coordinate project teams, including finance, IT, legal, and other relevant departments, to ensure successful project execution
• Manage project timelines and resource allocation to ensure projects stay within scope and budget
• Track and report project progress, identifying risks and issues, and implementing mitigation strategies as needed

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure that all SAF-T and E-invoicing processes comply with local tax laws, international standards, and relevant industry regulations
• Identify potential compliance risks and coordinate with authorities and external advisors
• Work closely with tax and finance teams to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting of financial information in line with regulatory requirements
• Prepare and present reports on project status to senior management, stakeholders, and auditors

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders (internal and external), managing communications and expectations
• Foster strong relationships with tax authorities, vendors, and service providers to ensure smooth implementation of SAF-T and E-invoicing processes
• Engage and collaborate with external auditors and consultants to ensure compliance and smooth project execution

Change Management and Training

• Lead the change management process, ensuring that stakeholders across the organization are well-informed and prepared for the transition to new systems and processes
• Develop and deliver training programs for internal teams to ensure proficiency with new SAF-T and E-invoicing processes
• Ensure proper documentation and knowledge transfer to relevant departments post-implementation

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process optimization and system enhancements to ensure ongoing compliance and operational efficiency
• Stay up-to-date with developments in SAF-T, E-invoicing, and other relevant accounting standards and regulations, advising the organization on potential improvements or changes to current processes

Criteria of Success

• Fullfill the projects at the agreed quality and time
• Good relations with stakeholders – both internal in the business lines, across the Finance function and with external stakeholders

Skills

• Strong project management skills with a solid understanding of project management methodologies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with accounting software, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• If you have experience with tax compliance tools it’s fine – but not mandatory if you are a fast learner
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ambitious with high drive
• Analytical skills
• Structured and curious
• Strong IT skills
• You are able to handle and prioritise many tasks at the same time
• High working standards
• Hands on approach
• Deliver quality
• Fluent in English

Education

• Relevant Degree in accounting or finance

The company will not be notified of your application without your consent.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Jan Tornfeldt by email: jt@matchmaker.dk or phone +45 2999 9040.

SCAN GROUP A/S (The Group)

Scan Group A/S is the parent company of the family owned global transport and logistic company headquartered out of Copenhagen, Denmark.

Scan-Shipping (later Scan Group), was founded April 1st 1969 by Arne Simonsen at the age of 24. The day to day management of the Group is handled by the second generation of the family; Sune Simonsen, Group CEO.

Today Scan Group is present in more than 40 countries worldwide and employs more than 3,500 staff in 120 offices. Further to the transport and logistic services Scan-Group has activities within properties, golf and hotelservices.

The transportation and logistic services of the group is conducted through the subgroups, Shipco Transport, Scan-Shipping and Strait Air Transport.

Financials:

Shipco Group:

Shipco Transport was founded in 1988 and has organically grown into one of the world's leading neutral NVOCCs. Headquartered in Chatham, New Jersey, Shipco Transport operates more than 80 offices in over 35 countries across 5 continents and employs more that 3,000 people.

Scan-Shipping Group:

Scan-Shipping offers a complete portfolio of global shipping and logistics services, including door to door freight forwarding and project management. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark Scan-Shipping operate around 30 offices in 15 countries and employ around 250 people

Strait Air Transport Group:

Airfreight in Denmark was added to the activities in 1979 with an official IATA approval and is now also active in Norway, Sweden, Finland and Estonia.