JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a pro-active, independent, structured and process-oriented Finance professional who wants to be part in defining, shaping and implementing the future Controlling environment of our fast-growing organization. This role will take the global lead for all Controlling governance related topics and will oversee and coordinate all activities within the S4/HANA Controlling workstream. As such, this position will play a key role in the set-up, testing and implementing of S4/HANA as well as the continued improvement & maintenance of the Controlling structure after the S4 go-live. As a leader of change, the person in this role shows agility and resilience in driving transformation and feels comfortable coordinating activities on a global level in a matrix organization.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & CAPABILITIES
- Global Owner of all SAP core controlling processes, structures & concepts (profit center, cost center, internal order, WBS etc.) in close collaboration with key stakeholders such as Group Accounting, Data & Tech, Operations, Global and Regional business owners etc.
- Active role in SAP S4/HANA implementation for all SAP Controlling topics and concepts
- Subject Matter Expert in SAP S4/HANA modules such as CO, MM, Margin Analyzer (CO-PA).
- Development, maintenance and improvement of controlling manuals, policies and principles
- Development and execution of respective training programs for all controlling topics
- Active role and key contributor in SAP rollouts for new entities.
- Leading and coordinating together with a small team the controlling activities for all shared service locations across the globe.
- Coordination and improving IC matching and cost allocation processes.
- Leading projects for key global initiatives
REQUIREMENTS NEEDED
- University/FH degree with focus on finance / controlling / auditing or comparable degree
- 10+ years of experience in controlling, preferably in an international and industrial environment
- Proven track record of handling, designing and implementing ERP systems (SAP FI/CO, SD/MM and SAP BW)
- MIS ALEA - knowledge is an advantage
- Sound IFRS knowledge
- Flexible and proactive “can do” attitude with the ability to structure, manage, and coordinate complex cross-enterprise tasks and processes with multiple stakeholders even in stressful situations and remotely
- Networked and abstract thinking skills, quick comprehension
- High IT & number affinity
- Assertive, resilient, and result-oriented personality who is both self-driven and a strong team player
- Strong communicator with an open & positive attitude used to discuss with various stakeholders from different locations and different levels
- Fluent in English, German would be nice addition. Any extra language is an asset.