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The Head of Global Finance Services (GFS) is responsible for the overall execution of the finance services (activities & processes) executed and operated by SGBS on behalf of the regions / clusters / countries. He/she is further in charge of definition, coordination, and aligning of process execution / guardrails between individual Functional GFS Leads and regional / cluster leadership. He/She coordinates with other business services leads to create an organizational and functional setup aligned to the overall DBS strategic objectives.

Core Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Responsible of overall / global Finance Service execution of SGBS
  • Responsible and accountable for leading the functional GFS leads
  • Ultimately responsible for service quality provided by SGBS
  • Sponsor the design and implementation of overall finance transformation initiatives
  • Accountable for SGBS Finance alignment with DBS overall strategic objectives
  • Responsible and accountable for the right staffing of the GFS leads
  • Establish and maintain quality standards for service delivery
  • Define quality control measures and conduct regular audits to ensure compliance
  • Align service delivery with overall business objectives
  • Ensures adherence to yearly set budget by DBS leadership

General Managerial Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Monitors and reports consolidated overall Finance key operational KPIs on a periodic basis to relevant stakeholders
  • Regularly communicate with regions / clusters to understand their needs and expectations
  • Contributes to a working environment and culture which drives the desired mindset of all GFS leads
  • Initiates and sponsors SGBS Finance change objectives
  • Enforces world class trends, and best practices in Finance with the goal of ultimately driving cost reduction and quality enhancement
  • Drives growth and ensures career paths for SGBS Finance organization

Self-Management Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Defines performance and service level goals at the start of the year in coordination with the Head of SGBS
  • Point of escalation for functional GFS leads
  • Point of escalation for cluster CFOs
  • Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance or similar
  • Program management certification preferred
  • 12+ years of experience in a Finance leadership role with ability to manage senior stakeholder and employees in an international context
  • Strong experience in the Shared Services / Service Delivery organizations
  • Strong understanding of Finance Accounting, Controlling processes
  • Experience with Finance / Accounting ERP systems
  • Experience with program management

Technical Skills/Competencies

  • Strategic Planning: Ability to conceptualize and implement strategic initiatives that align with the business's objectives and goals
  • Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial management principles, accounting end-to-end processes as well as business & financial controlling
  • Project/ program Management: Skills to initiate, plan, execute, control, and close the work of a team to achieve specific goals
  • Change Management: Navigating and managing organizational change
  • Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and manage potential risks in the business
  • Understanding of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Implementing, tracking, and analyzing KPIs to measure overall performance and progress
  • Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate effectively with various senior (internal) stakeholders
  • Language competencies: Fluent in English (business, negotiations, etc.)

Behavioural Competencies

  • Leadership: The ability to lead, inspire, and influence people, often across departments or geographically dispersed locations.
  • Cross-functional Communication: Communicating effectively across various departments and coordinating efforts.
  • Problem Solving mindset: A keen ability to solve complex problems, often requiring innovative thinking and solutions.
  • Ethics: Understanding the ethical aspects of business and the importance of maintaining high ethical standards.

At DB Schenker GBS Bucharest you can be a partner of an accounting excellence and supporting activities team.

A team that is part of a global logistics network that connects the world. With more than 76000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills.

We offer support to over 35 countries, 3 business units in more than 20 European languages. DB Schenker GBS is a global employer, and we are constantly looking for new starters or experienced enthusiasts to join our team. We provide services in: - Finance and Accounting - Sales and Business Support - Air and Ocean Supporting Functions.

Here, we encourage you to actively shape your career in a solid organization and take part in designing new traditions. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

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