Helly Hansen is looking for a Senior Manager, FP&A

Founded in Norway in 1877, Helly Hansen continues to develop professional grade apparel that helps people stay and feel alive. Through insights drawn from living and working in the world’s harshest environments, the company has developed a long list of first-to-market innovations, including the first supple waterproof fabrics nearly 150 years ago. Other breakthroughs include the first fleece fabrics in the 1960s, the first technical base layers in the 1970s, made with LIFA® Stay Dry technology, the patented H2Flow™ temperature regulating system, and the revolutionary lighter, warmer LIFALOFT™ insulation. Building on Helly Hansen’s proprietary HELLY TECH® waterproof/breathable system, the technical outdoor brand has most recently introduced the award-winning LIFA INFINITY PRO™ - the company’s most innovative waterproof/breathable technology to date. Helly Hansen is a leader in technical sailing and performance ski apparel, as well as premium workwear. Its uniforms are worn and trusted by more than 55,000 professionals and can be found on Olympians, National Teams, and at more than 200 ski resorts and mountain guiding operations globally. Helly Hansen’s outerwear, base layers, sportswear and footwear are sold in more than 40 countries around the world. To learn more about Helly Hansen’s latest collections, visit www.hellyhansen.com.SENIOR MANAGER, FP&AWe are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior FP&A Manager to join our Finance team. As a key member of the Financial Planning & Analysis function, this role will report to the FP&A Director, with ownership of consolidated financial insights reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning processes. This individual will be a trusted partner across the business, providing financial insights that inform decisions at the executive level.The ideal candidate brings a strong financial background and commercial acumen, a solid understanding of the omnichannel apparel industry and business models —and a proactive approach to business partnership.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and/or establish the monthly, quarterly, annual, and long-range performance governance and planning cycles, delivering clear and actionable financial insights to internal leadership and external ownershipA key contributor in the strategic planning processes, able to model scenarios and challenge assumptions with both financial rigor and commercial intuitionOwning the “total business view”, integrating insights across various channels and functions to deliver a clear and cohesive financial narrativePartner closely with the FP&A team’s channel owners to stay on top of cross-channel performance drivers to ensure holistic financial context is provided to leadershipBuild strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization, including Business Unit and Functional Leaders, Group Finance, Accounting, Planning and OperationsTake a lead role in supporting insights and forecasting for HQ OPEX by building relationships and collaboration with Functional heads and Group FinanceContinuously improve and develop reporting to suit the needs of the business, including ad-hoc insights, being able to work cross-functionally to gather and interpret informationRepresent the function in leadership and decision forums and supporting decision-making at the highest levelSupport the continuous improvement of financial processes, systems, and tools (e.g., Excel, Anaplan, BPC, BO) to scale with the organization’s needsWe Believe You Have Experience Working AsAn FP&A lead or senior finance business partner for a multi-channel business (e.g., wholesale, retail, e-commerce), ideally in the apparel or sporting goods space. You understand the operational nuances and P&L drivers of each channel.A senior-level FP&A professional with direct ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and reporting in a product-driven business.A business partner across commercial teams and with functional leaders, with a deep understanding of cost and revenue drivers across the value chain.Ideal Experience & Skills7–10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, consulting or strategic finance roles, partnering with commercial functionsRelevant bachelor’s or master’s degree, however equivalent experience and a demonstrated ability to perform in a similar role is key for the successful candidateStrong analytical and modeling skills, with the ability to translate complex data into business insights quickly and accurately, with excellent Excel and presentation skillsDemonstrated experience working across departments and presenting to executive stakeholders.Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skillsPrior experience in an omnichannel environment, preferably in the apparel or sporting goods sectorStrong Excel user, familiarity with financial, reporting or planning systems such as Anaplan, BPC, Business Objects, M3 or similar is preferredOther RequirementsBased in Oslo with hybrid work expectationsFlexibility for occasional early/late meetings with North American counterpartsFluency in EnglishWe offerA culture that rewards excellence in an exciting phase of growth and new opportunitiesAn ambitious, dynamic, creative, and international work environmentCompetitive compensation and benefits, and an active environment with a passion for sportsDiscounts on great gearAny questions can be directed to khorsle@hellyhansen.comApplication is ONLY accepted in the portal (due to personal data protection rules) and not later than 3rd December 2025.