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

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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

• 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.