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Global Process Owner Record-to-Report (m/f)
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About this Position
As the Global Process Owner (GPO) for Record to Report (R2R), you will drive and oversee the global financial and controlling processes across our company. You will take ownership of the end-to-end (E2E) processes, ensuring they are optimized, well-governed, and aligned with the overall business strategy. What you'll do will focus on driving innovation through new technologies, streamlining processes, and managing key stakeholders to achieve operational excellence.Why Join Us? You will have the opportunity to become a game changer to our team, working alongside professionals from diverse backgrounds to achieve common goals and drive organizational success. Be part of a dynamic, global company that values innovation and sustainability. Lead large-scale global initiatives with significant business impact. We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages.
What you´ll do
- Global Process Design and Governance: Design, govern, and continuously improve the global Record to Report (R2R) processes, ensuring alignment across all regions and functions.
- Drive the implementation of process related global projects and best practice in the respective process area.
- Technology Integration: Leverage new technologies (e.g., automation, AI, cloud solutions) to enhance financial reporting, controlling, and accounting processes.
- Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, business units, IT, and external partners to align global finance processes with business needs.
- Process Harmonization: Ensure process consistency and alignment across regions, working closely with cross-functional teams to maintain a standardized approach to financial operations.
- Governance and Compliance: Ensure all R2R processes are in compliance with relevant global standards and regulations.
- Develop and monitor key governance frameworks and benchmarking. End-to-End (E2E)
- Process Optimization: Oversee the E2E process lifecycle from data capture to financial reporting, identifying and implementing opportunities for optimization and increased efficiency.
- Continuous Improvement: Act as a change leader by fostering a culture of continuous improvement, driving initiatives to enhance process quality, and optimizing system performance.
What makes you a good fit
- 8+ years of experience in finance, controlling, or accounting roles within a large-scale, multinational environment.
- Previous experience in a Global Process Owner or similar role is highly preferred. Knowledge:
- Strong knowledge of financial processes, specifically Record to Report (R2R), and a deep understanding of global financial standards and regulations.
- Technical Skills: Proven experience with implementing and managing financial technologies, such as ERP systems (e.g., SAP), automation tools, and other digital finance solutions.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of building relationships and managing stakeholders across different cultures and functions.
- Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify areas of process improvement and create solutions that drive operational efficiency.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Additional language skills are a plus.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model and up to 30 days per year for remote work abroad
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Globally applicable well-being standards, including health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- 13th salary, incentives
- Cafeteria benefit system, Multisport card
- Henkel shop and Henkel nursery school
- Extra paid days off for special events, referral and relocation bonus
Salary: €3,800 – €4,600 gross per month. The advertised amount represents a starting salary range. The final salary will be determined based on the above criteria and confirmed after the interview process.
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 26095258
Job Locations: Slovakia
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I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
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