Barry Callebaut

About the role:

GPO RTR is an experienced and strategic-minded role responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end RTR process globally, ensuring global standardization and alignment with organizational goals, compliance with regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for the design and implementation of globally standardized end-to-end RTR processes, incl. internal controls framework and documentation.
• Have overall governance over the global process and keep the overview of its limitations and issues (in close cooperation with key stakeholders.
• Manage deviation/process gaps by mapping the way forward toward the realization of a global standard.
• Develop a continuous improvement methodology to monitor the quality and effectiveness of the RTR process, in cooperation with respective teams within Finance.
• Lead improvement initiatives, identifying areas for automation, standardization, and optimization.
• Prioritize the process area with the highest impact on the business to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
• Maintain overall accountability for overseeing the development of standard operating procedures, ensuring standardization and compliance with IFRS, group guidelines, and local accounting requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for RTR processes globally.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Accounting, and IM/ IT to streamline RTR processes and plan any systems/technology upgrades.
• Manage stakeholders globally, ensuring alignment and engagement across regions and business units.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices in RTR to identify opportunities for innovation and enhancement.
• Develop, and support the maintenance of RTR-related KPIs, utilizing analytics to drive systematic improvements.
• Drive knowledge and best practice sharing within the global organization, while contributing to developing internal learning platforms.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning by aligning key stakeholders on the direction of the global processes.
• Mobilize resources for projects and initiatives in cooperation with the Head of GBS A&R and Head of Group A&R.

About you:

• A Master's degree in Finance and/or Accounting complemented by accreditation such as ACCA, CPA, or equivalent.
• 8+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or related roles.
• Working in a production/commodities industry with experience in inventory accounting and financial instruments particularly under IFRS 9 regulations is considered a plus.
• Prior exposure to working with GBS structures is a must.
• Proven track record of leading global process optimization initiatives, preferably in a multinational organization.
• A fluent command of English and any other foreign languages would be an asset.
• Project management and/or LEAN Six Sigma certification or similar would be an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of RTR processes, including general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliation.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g. IFRS, local GAAP)
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP specifically) and RTR automation tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong team player capable of communicating effectively among stakeholders from different levels of the organization.
• Able to influence and drive change in a multinational organization with virtual teams across different regions.
• Strong change management capabilities.
• Capable of thinking strategically and “connecting the dots” in understanding business and function strategies and implications for the global end-to-end process.
• Taking ownership of improvement targets, overseeing the delivery of continuous improvement and analytical skills.
• Comfortable navigating through change.
• Ability to encourage open communication, idea-sharing, and mutual respect among team members.
• Ability to remain resilient and focused in the face of challenges.
• Travel requirements: up to 20%.

We offer:

• Employment on a regular basis in the sweetest company in the world.
• Annual bonus based on your work results.
• Lunch card to be used for groceries and restaurants.
• Private medical care in Lux Med (basic package fully financed by BC).
• Fit Profit sports card co-financed by BC.
• PPE: we care about your future, and we save money for your retirement.
• Cafeteria Program as a part of Social Fund.
• Group life insurance.
• Hybrid working model: min. 8 days in the office a month.
• As part of our work-life balance culture, we can start work between 7 am and 10 am.
• Free consultation with a lawyer once a quarter.
• Chocolate! Yes, surprising but we have chocolate in the office, for Christmas, BC’s Birthday, and many other occasions during the year.
• And if chocolate is still not enough, you can join one of our theme clubs, where together with other employees we develop our passions and interests.
• Daily delivery of fresh fruits and veggies to the office.
• You can purchase our sweet products with a special discount.
• Relax zone in the office and plenty of options to choose from: PlayStation 5, football table, pool table, Ping-Pong, library, table games, and massage chairs.
• Sport @work? Sure! We have treadmills and indoor exercise bikes with a laptop station.
• We like to party as much as we like chocolate! We have integration budgets we can use for team events.
• Forever Chocolate and Event Team: you can join them and have a real influence on social life in BC and CSR activities.