Finance Student Assistant

(Office Based)
Support financial decision-making in one of our fastest-growing markets and build your career foundation in a team that values clear thinking and collaborative problem-solving.

Your new role

As a Finance Student Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting our Finance & Operations team with financial analysis, reporting, and stakeholder communication. This is a hands-on opportunity to develop your financial and analytical skills while contributing to real business decisions.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Supporting monthly performance reporting, budget and forecast processes by preparing and validating data, building models, and translating findings into clear messages for stakeholders
• Preparing and maintaining recurring reporting files, dashboards, and KPI trackers to ensure data accuracy and up-to-date insights
• Collecting and structuring input from sales, operations, and procurement teams for reporting and planning purposes
• Contributing to ad-hoc projects such as business cases, procurement savings tracking, scenario analyses, and process improvements
• Creating clear management materials (slides, one-pagers) that explain performance drivers and key messages
• Supporting the implementation of analytics tools and automation (e.g., Excel/Power Query, Power BI) to improve efficiency and data quality
• Maintaining structured documentation of templates, analyses, and key files to enable efficient reuse across the team

Your new department

The Finance and Operations department at Novo Nordisk Denmark, located in Ørestaden, Copenhagen, provides comprehensive financial support and analytical services to the Danish and Icelandic sales affiliates. Key responsibilities include budgeting, sales and cost performance reporting, detailed market analysis, and supply chain coordination.

Comprising an internationally diverse team of committed professionals, the department is distinguished by its collaborative approach and a strong foundation of trust. The team operates with ambition and efficiency, maintaining a consistently high pace while fostering an open, collegial environment.

Your skills & qualifications

We're looking for a Finance Student Assistant with strong analytical skills who can communicate complex analysis in a simple way and isn't afraid to support new ad-hoc tasks. You'll bring with you:

• Current enrolment in a university programme (Bachelor's or Master's), preferably within Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Data/Business Analytics, or a related field
• Solid Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas) and willingness to learn BI and planning tools
• Analytical mindset with the ability to work comfortably with numbers, identify patterns, and check data reasonableness
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling datasets, assumptions, and presentation materials
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken), with the ability to turn analyses into crisp key messages and executive-friendly material
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage deadlines, especially around reporting and forecasting cycles
• Collaborative approach with curiosity about the business and motivation to understand stakeholder needs

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer

At Novo Nordisk, you’ll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.​
Salary

This position is hourly paid. For this position, the hourly base rate is 205.17 DKK, based on an assessment of relevant factors such as experience, educational background, demonstrated competencies, and the specific skills required for the position. In addition to the hourly base rate, Student Assistants are entitled to a pension scheme (currently 10% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution). 

Deadline
Please apply by May 27, 2026.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.