Head of Finance Shared Services Center

6 meses atrás


Braga, Portugal Eurofins Tempo inteiro

Job Description

We are committed to excellence in all aspects of our business and are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Accounting Shared Services Center Head to lead the establishment and operation of a new shared services center in Braga, Portugal, based on the framework of an existing Accounting SSC. This is a unique opportunity to shape and build a critical part of our organization from the ground up.

 As the Accounting Shared Services Center Head, your primary focus will be to set up and lead the Accounting Shared Services Center in Braga, Portugal, leveraging the framework and best practices from an existing Accounting SSC. You will be responsible for establishing the center, including securing real estate, recruiting and onboarding key personnel, and ensuring that the center operates efficiently and in alignment with our global financial strategy. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in SLA management, KPI/continuous improvement initiatives, and budget/forecast creation and management.

Proven experience in setting up and managing shared services centers (SSC or GBS) is a must.

This position is based in Braga, Portugal, with initial efforts focused on establishing the new shared services center.

Center Establishment:Collaborate closely with the existing Accounting SSC to understand its framework, processes, and best practices.Identify and secure suitable real estate for the new center, ensuring it meets operational requirements.Plan and execute the migration of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and General Accounting process for internal customers based in other European countries. Recruitment and Team Building:Lead the recruitment and onboarding of key personnel, including finance professionals, to staff the new center.Develop a high-performing team by fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. Process Implementation:Implement existing framework, processes, and procedures from the Accounting SSC to the new center.Ensure the center operates efficiently and meets quality and compliance standards.Provide accounting services for decentralized organization with multiple independent legal entities in high growth environment. Compliance and Alignment:Ensure that all center operations adhere to local and international accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies.Collaborate with Finance Directors and operational leaders in various countries to align center processes with specific country needs. SLA Management:Develop and manage Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure that the center consistently meets performance expectations and quality standards.Monitor SLA compliance and take corrective actions as needed. KPIs and Continuous Improvement:Report and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of the center's operations.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and enhance service quality. Budget and Forecast Management:Collaborate with senior management to create and manage the center's budget and financial forecasts.Monitor financial performance and take proactive steps to align with budgetary targets. Leadership and Strategy:Provide strong leadership to the newly formed center, guiding its strategic direction and growth.Collaborate with senior management to develop long-term strategies for the center's expansion and development.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or ACCA certification preferred. A minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting, with at least 8 years in a leadership role (AR/AP and GL). Proven experience in setting up and managing shared services centers (SSC or GBS) is a must. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, local and international regulations, and financial reporting standards Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Strong analytical and decision-making abilities. Fluency in English and Portuguese; additional languages a plus

Additional Information

We support your development Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity  Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal



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