IT Risk & Control Advisor

Do you want to play a key role in modernising the internal control environment across the Novo Nordisk Group? Do you have a natural interest in transforming and optimising financial business processes by utilising modern digital solutions? Are you looking for a positive change of pace from your current auditing role? Then this is your moment — apply now and join the Internal Controls team at Novo Nordisk.

Your new role

As an IT Risk & Control Advisor, you will work in close collaboration with the Internal Controls team to advance digital initiatives that enhance both the effectiveness and efficiency of Internal Control over Financial Reporting within the Novo Nordisk Group. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on how we ensure compliance while modernizing our control environment.

Your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring that the Novo Nordisk Group complies with the requirements set forth by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)
• Improving the effectiveness and efficiency of Internal Control over Financial Reporting with AI-driven, event-based controls
• Enhancing SAP Segregation of Duties (SOD) monitoring by optimizing the SOD ruleset, SAP roles, and Fiori apps

• Driving and coordinating compliance activities in relation to the testing of Sarbox IT Application Controls and System-generated Information used in manual controls

• Serving as a bridge between internal and external auditors, IT system owners, and the finance organization

This role will provide solid knowledge of Novo Nordisk’s financial business processes and enable you to develop personally and professionally across a large global network.

Your new department

In Internal Controls, you will be part of an ambitious team in Denmark that oversees Internal Control over Financial Reporting across the Novo Nordisk Group. We also serve as a link between internal and external auditors, IT system owners, and the finance organisation. Organisationally, our team is part of Corporate Accounting, which consists of around 40 experienced and welcoming colleagues. In addition to ensuring compliance with accounting standards, Corporate Accounting’s primary objective is to ensure that Novo Nordisk delivers correct consolidated financial reporting. As a US publicly traded company, accurate financial reporting and SOX compliance are critical to Novo Nordisk.

Your skills & qualifications

To thrive and succeed in this role, you will bring a combination of technical expertise, auditing experience, and personal drive. Furthermore, you have:

• A Master’s Degree in Business Economics & Auditing, Business Administration & Information Systems, or similar
• Minimum 5 years of auditing experience from a large auditing firm
• Familiarity with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)

• Experience performing risk assessments and been involved in the testing of both design and operating effectiveness of automated application controls, and the reliability of system-generated information in accordance with AS 2201 (PCAOB).

• Experience with independently identifying Segregation of Duties conflicts and providing resolutions
• Experience with auditing roles and authorizations in SAP S/4HANA
• Strong communication skills and a desire to engage with multiple stakeholders
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English

As a person, you bring a positive attitude to work even when pressure is on, and you thrive in a changing and dynamic environment. You demonstrate attention to detail and are structured in your problem-solving approach. You're comfortable taking initiative, have a strong personal drive and dedication, and you’re a team player who wants to develop a track record of successful collaboration across various finance department stakeholders from multiple countries.

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.

More information

For further information, please contact Kenneth Poulsen, Senior Manager in Internal Controls, at khpu@novonordisk.com.

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV.

Deadline

12th of April 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.