Accounts Receivable Team Leader Europe Central

Accounts Receivable Team Leader Europe Central (M/F/D)

Are you passionate about shaping success? Lead our Accounts Receivable team to new heights. If you're ready to inspire, strategize, and exceed expectations, this is your opportunity to shine.

It's an exciting time to be part of our collaborative inclusive team. Come and join our team on our journey to improve the well-being of millions. Together we can make a difference 

About The Role

As the Team Leader for our Accounts Receivable department, you'll guide a talented team focused on servicing the German, Austrian and Swiss markets. Your role goes beyond managing the complexities of these markets. It's about cultivating strong relationships with stakeholders, instilling confidence, and ensuring seamless operations. You'll be the driving force behind unifying our team, fostering a culture built on shared beliefs and behaviors that reflect our commitment to excellence.  With your leadership, we'll not only navigate these challenging markets but also thrive and set new standards for success.

We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.

What You Will Do:

• Coordinate the activities of a team to ensure that the organization's agreed accounting services are processed in accordance with accounting principles, comply with all relevant regulations, laws and standards and are completed accurately and on time.

• Accounts Receivables is responsible for the correct postings in the general ledger for their area of responsibility ensuring collections are made within agreed terms.

• Check the work of others to ensure accuracy and general integrity of the accounting function and related reports. Ensure the resolution of all claims regarding their area of responsibility, and the issuing of debit/credit notes as necessary with all supporting documentation.

• Contributes to development of new and/or improved services, tools and processes through participation in projects and initiatives led by the services development teams.

• Assist in communications to functional or operational areas managers to help them develop revenue and expense budgets, understand financial reports, and manage their financial responsibilities; Assist in day-to-day leadership and operational management for the respective team providing immediate supervision with an emphasis to coach and mentor team members and providing performance evaluation and feedback.

• Lead and contribute to finding and implementing effective solutions in a matrix organization support external and internal financial audits and resolving audit findings.

• Proactively collaborate with key business stakeholders to optimize processes and communication flows in line with best defined practices.

Who You Are

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Finance or equivalent.

• Minimum 3-5 years in either Finance, Acc Rec, Credit and/or Collections role.

• Ideally previous leadership and managerial experience (preferably in a multi-cultural environment).

• Skilled in SAP (S/4HANA preferred).

• Experience in Office 365, Workday or other ERP is desirable.

• A proactive, flexible team player with strong people management skills, change management capabilities, and a global mindset.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal abilities.

• Fluent in English (verbal and written) and German is a plus - All Applicants are requested to deliver their CV in English.

What We Can Offer You:

At Essity, we believe everyone's learning and professional development is unique and want to empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

Collaborative and Inclusive Culture | Empowering & Engaged Leaders | Working with Powerful Purpose & Sustainable Impact | Learning and Growing in your Career | Supporting Well-being & Sustainable Working Life | Life-changing Innovations | Competitive Total rewards.

More About Location:

With an office located in Lisbon, you will work within a sustainable building boasting panoramic views, close to amenities, public transport and the airport.