Head of Enterprise Cost Steering

Job title: Head of Enterprise Cost Steering

Company: Danske Bank


Job description: Job Category: Finance and Financial ControllingJob Description:Enterprise Cost Steering is essential in managing and overseeing costs across the Group, ensuring effective resource allocation and maximising cost efficiency. We collaborate with Finance teams, Procurement, Support functions, and Business Units to identify opportunities for cost savings and to implement best practices in cost management. Our primary focus is supporting the executive leadership team by providing insights and recommendations to optimise cost structures and enhance profitability.As the Head of Enterprise Cost Steering, you will have the unique opportunity to set your own team of skilled cost analysts and financial strategists. Together, you will deliver comprehensive cost analysis and steering. Our projects involve developing cost optimisation strategies and implementing cost management frameworks throughout the organisation. Your team’s efforts will be crucial in improving cost efficiency and supporting the Group’s strategic financial goals.The RoleAs the Head of Enterprise Cost Steering, you will have the exciting opportunity to establish and lead a new cost steering function. You will be responsible for overseeing cost analysis and management at the Group level. By forming and guiding a team of motivated professionals, you will offer strategic recommendations to senior management regarding cost optimisation and resource allocation. The main priority will be to ensure high-quality analysis and reporting, driving improvements in cost management processes. Additionally, you will contribute to Group Financial Steering within the CFO Area, reporting directly to the Head of Group Financial Steering.

• Lead the Enterprise cost steering function at the Group level.
• Offer strategic recommendations on cost optimisation and resource allocation.
• Manage a team of experts to ensure high-quality analysis and reporting.
• Drive improvements in cost management processes.

Who are we looking for?The ideal candidate will have experience in cost steering and financial analysis within a large corporate setting. Necessary skills include leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication skills, enabling engagement with senior stakeholders. We seek a detail-oriented and proactive individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and can make a positive impact.

• Experience in cost steering and financial analysis.
• Leadership and strategic thinking skills.
• Effective communication skills for engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and proactive in a supportive environment.

“Join us as Head of Enterprise Cost Steering, where you will work on refining cost processes to improve our financial foundation and use your skills to enhance enterprise-wide efficiency.” Says hiring manager Jon Urskov.Interested in this opportunity?If you’re motivated to drive change, we invite you to apply for the role of Head of Enterprise Cost Steering. For any questions or further information, please contact Jon Urskov Jørgensen at .

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Location: København

Job date: Fri, 13 Jun 2025 02:25:42 GMT

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