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Global Process Owner Record-to-Report (d/f/m)

Employer
Henkel
Location
Düsseldorf, North Rhine Westphalia, Germany
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Dec 22, 2024
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Discipline
Physical Sciences, Information Technology, Other, Manufacturing/QA/QC
Position Type
Full Time
Job Type
Other
Organization Type
Other Corporate

Job Details

At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of 47.000 pioneers around the globe. The teams in our corporate functions enable the best in our dynamic businesses and in our people to maximize our company’s potential. With our leading brands, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth.
Dare to make an impact?


YOUR ROLE

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. Your role will focus on driving innovation through new technologies, streamlining processes, and managing key stakeholders to achieve operational excellence.
  • 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
  • Leverage new technologies (e.g., automation, AI, cloud solutions) to enhance financial reporting, controlling, and accounting processes
  • Collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, business units, IT, and external partners to align global finance processes with business needs
  • Ensure process consistency and alignment across regions, working closely with cross-functional teams to maintain a standardized approach to financial operations
  • Ensure all Record-to-Report processes are in compliance with relevant global standards and regulations
  • Develop and monitor key governance frameworks and benchmarking
  • Oversee the End-to-End process lifecycle from data capture to financial reporting, identifying and implementing opportunities for optimization and increased efficiency
  • Act as a change leader by fostering a culture of continuous improvement, driving initiatives to enhance process quality, and optimizing system performance


YOUR SKILLS

  • Masters degree, preferably with major in Finance, Controlling, Information Technology, Digital Management or similar subject
  • 7+ 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
  • Strong knowledge of financial processes, specifically Record to Report (R2R), and a deep understanding of global financial standards and regulations
  • Proven experience with implementing and managing financial technologies, such as ERP systems (e.g., SAP), automation tools, and other digital finance solutions
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of building relationships and managing stakeholders across different cultures and functions
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify areas of process improvement and create solutions that drive operational efficiency
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Additional language skills are a plus

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.

Company

WE ARE PIONEERS AT HEART FOR THE GOOD OF GENERATIONS

Our purpose "Pioneers at heart for the good of generations" unites what we stand for, how we work, and forms the basis for our strategy.

The pioneering spirit of our company founder, Fritz Henkel, is what continues to differentiate us and unites Henkel employees worldwide. The ambition and motivation to work together on the solutions of tomorrow. Today. Every day. We do this not only for ourselves, but also for future generations, because we share a common responsibility.

Building on a strong legacy of more than 145 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world. Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. 

Worldwide locations and an international culture shape our global footprint.

Henkel products and technologies are available worldwide. With employees from 124 nations and locations around the world, we achieve a strong presence both in mature and emerging markets. 

 

 

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