About the role

Leading strategic Finance transformation projects to enhance efficiency in a global energy corporation. Engage with senior stakeholders and drive alignment across multiple countries.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end strategic group-wide initiatives in Finance Services to enhance efficiency, scalability, and quality of accounting processes
Utilize professional project management skills to effectively plan, execute, and monitor projects
Drive the standardization and harmonization of finance processes across multiple entities and countries by taking responsibility to drive alignment and successful execution, leveraging your in-depth understanding of finance operations
Manage transition and carve-in projects, transferring finance operations to Finance Services while ensuring smooth implementation, business continuity and high customer satisfaction
Act as a trusted partner for senior stakeholders in Finance, IT, and other corporate functions
Facilitate stakeholder communication and decision-making, ensuring transparent reporting across all stakeholders and moderating discussions between central and local teams
Deliver strategic rollout projects across the group taking responsibility to drive alignment, reach important milestones and successful project execution
Track project performance, report on progress to senior management as well as identifying potential project risks early, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure timely resolution of issues
Hands-on supporting rollout-related topics from requirements specification to harmonization, standardization, communication and change

University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
At least 7 years of experience in finance transformation, project management, or Shared Services environments
In-depth knowledge of Accounts Payable processes
Leadership of complex international projects in an international environment
Proven track record in managing impactful projects with management attention and a high level of commitment and ability to work under pressure
Experience in leading successful transitions within international organizations
Proven expertise in digitalization and automation technologies
Excellent communication and negotiation skills to engage with senior management, customers and operational teams to drive change
High ability to professionally deal with conflicts and show the respective stamina and have very good presentation skills
Highest customer focus with proven skills for stakeholder alignment and problem solving, especially on senior management level
Solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of accountability
Ability to think conceptually while understanding complicated and complex problems
Fluent in both English and German
Willingness to travel while enjoying flexible work concepts

International Environment: Work in a dynamic, multinational corporate setting with cross-border project exposure across multiple countries
Flexible Working Models: Hybrid work concept with the flexibility to work remotely and on-site (20%), supporting your work-life balance
Professional Development: Comprehensive training programs, certifications in project management methodologies, and access to digital learning platforms
Impactful Role: Drive strategic initiatives with high visibility at senior management level and shape the future of finance operations
Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary package including performance-based components and corporate benefits
Career Growth: Clear development paths within a large international organization with opportunities for leadership roles