Director of Finance

Location: Trondheim, Norway

Company: Trener, Inc. (formerly T-Robotics)

Reports to: CEO / U.S. Finance Leadership

Type: Full-time

Overview

Trener is developing software that makes industrial robots easier to program and deploy. As the company grows internationally, we are seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial operations for our Norwegian subsidiary and work closely with leadership in the United States.

This role combines strategic financial planning with hands-on financial operations. The Director of Finance will oversee budgeting, financial reporting, payroll, compliance, and financial processes for the Trondheim office while coordinating closely with the U.S. parent company on accounting, reporting, and financial consolidation.

This position operates in a high-growth startup environment, where the Director of Finance will both help shape financial strategy and directly manage core finance operations.

The role requires comfort working within an international company structure, coordinating financial reporting and operations between the Norway subsidiary and the U.S. parent company.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Budgeting

• Lead the annual budgeting process for the Trondheim organization.

• Develop and maintain financial forecasts and scenario analyses.

• Work closely with department heads to develop, monitor, and control departmental budgets.

• Track budget vs. actual performance and provide variance analysis to leadership.

• Help department leaders understand financial performance and manage spending against budget targets.

• Support leadership with financial planning related to hiring, product development, and operational scaling.

• Assist with strategic financial planning and capital allocation.

Financial Reporting and Consolidation

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements for the Norwegian subsidiary.

• Work closely with the U.S. finance team to consolidate financials between the U.S. parent company and the Norwegian subsidiary.

• Support preparation of financial reporting used by the U.S. parent company.

• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with Norwegian accounting standards.

Accounting and Compliance

• Oversee bookkeeping, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes.

• Ensure compliance with Norwegian accounting regulations and tax requirements.

• Manage VAT reporting and other statutory filings.

• Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and tax advisors.

• Support year-end financial closing and audits.

Payroll and Employee Finance Operations

• Run payroll for Norway-based employees and ensure accurate salary and benefits payments.

• Manage payroll taxes and employment-related reporting.

• Partner with HR and leadership on compensation planning and workforce budgeting.

Financial Systems and Operations

• Work with the U.S. finance team on accounting and reporting in QuickBooks.

• Support the U.S. parent company with financial reporting and accounting coordination.

• Implement scalable financial processes and internal controls.

• Manage vendor payments, reimbursements, and expense tracking.

• Support procurement and financial oversight of company spending.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

• 7+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial operations.

• Experience managing budgeting, financial reporting, and accounting processes.

• Experience with QuickBooks and familiarity with U.S. accounting workflows.

• Experience working with international subsidiaries or multi-entity financial consolidation.

• Strong understanding of Norwegian accounting, payroll, and regulatory requirements.

• Experience in startup or high-growth technology companies is preferred.

Experience from leading accounting firms, consulting firms, or professional services organizations (such as Big Four or similar firms) is valued, particularly where candidates have developed strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.

Skills

• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and process management skills.

• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights for leadership.

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across international teams.

• Ability to work closely with operational leaders to manage budgets and financial performance.

• Comfort working in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.