Chief Financial Officer

Vipe 21 is an innovative and forward-looking company experiencing strong growth. We are now seeking a professionally strong, commercially oriented, and committed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with solid business acumen and experience from project-based operations. The company has seen significant growth in recent years, and we now want to strengthen the financial function to ensure our continued expansion.

As CFO at Vipe 21, you will be responsible for the company's financial operations, compliance and financial reporting. You will work closely with the CEO and the rest of the team to ensure sound financial management and contribute to strategic decisions. You will also be closely involved in operations and contribute to the ongoing management of the project portfolio. This position reports directly to the CEO.

Your main responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for the company's financial management, budgeting, and accounting.
• Support for operations and project execution.
• Oversee project accounting.
• Preparation of financial analyses and reports for management and the board.
• Monitoring liquidity, cash flow, and financing.
• Act as the primary point of contact with the external accounting firm and auditors.
• Further develop and improve financial routines and systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting and tax regulations.
• Support contract work with both customers and suppliers, domestically and internationally.
• Assist in the preparation of bids and tenders.

Vipe 21 is a small but growing company, so you should expect to handle various tasks to support daily operations.

To succeed in this role, it's important that you:

• Are proactive and take initiative – you see opportunities, act on them, and ensure our progress.
• Work independently, with precision, structure, and a goal-oriented mindset.
• Maintain a strategic overview while paying attention to detail.

Desired qualifications:

• Higher education in economics, finance, or accounting (bachelor's or master's).
• Relevant experience from a similar role.
• Experience from the aviation industry is preferred but not required.
• Solid understanding of project accounting.
• Experience with contract work.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial matters to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Preferably experience with different funding schemes such as SkatteFUNN or grants from Innovation Norway.
• Familiarity with VAT in the EU.

What we offer:

• A key position in a growing company within an exciting industry.
• Significant influence over your workday and the company's development.
• An inclusive work environment with engaged colleagues.

We value high integrity, independence, and structure. The job involves periods of high activity, but with a strong team and good collaboration, we achieve success together.

Are you the right fit for us? Please submit your application by 30.04.2025.

If you have questions about the position, contact Roger Aure (CEO) at +47 41 59 49 41.

About Vipe 21

Vipe 21 is a specialized aviation engineering and design company focused on supporting special missions such as HEMS (Helicopter Emergency Medical Services), SAR (Search and Rescue), and police and military aircraft. We assist flight operators in developing and implementing modifications to their aircraft.

Our core business is to develop and adapt aviation solutions that meet strict operational and regulatory requirements. Through technical expertise and close collaboration with our customers, we ensure effective and safe modifications that meet specific needs.

Vipe 21's business concept is to be the leading partner for players in the aviation industry who need specialized modifications and technical changes to their aircraft and helicopters. Our services are aimed at operators in both the civil and public sectors, with a particular focus on critical emergency and defence missions.

Our goal is to deliver high-quality solutions that contribute to safer, more efficient, and functional aviation operations.

Vipe 21 currently has eleven employees and continues to grow. We hope to hire an additional six employees this year.

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