Job Grade:
Hiring Manager:
Ricardo Ribeiro
Internal Posting Date:
07/11/2025
Management | Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid
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What the job looks like:
The role play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence within the Finance Process Governance & Performance Improvement Department. This role is responsible for leading a team of Finance Business Process Owners (BPOs) for Controlling and Accounting Processes, defining and executing automation and improvement roadmaps, and ensuring sustainable process governance aligned with corpoarte objectives.
Leadership & Governance:
Lead, coach, and develop a team of BPOs (Controlling & Accounting) and a Process Engineer
Act as a strategic partner to senior finance leadership, ensuring alignment of process governance with organizational goals
Oversee the development, documentation, and compliance of end-to-end finance processes
Process Improvement Area:
Steer the roadmap for finance process automation, standardization, and improvement
Colaborate with IT and digital transformation teams to identify, prioritize, and implement new technologies (e.G., RPA, AI, analytics)
Continuous Improvement & Methodologies:
Lead the development of Lean Six Sigma methodologies across finance processes, including training, certification, and ongoing application
Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable, data-driven solutions to enhance accuracy, speed, and cost-effectiveness
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within the finance organization
Performance & Reporting:
Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for finance process efficiency and effectiveness
Provide transparency on progress of automation, process improvements, and governance initiatives
Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and external regulatory requirements
What you'll bring to the table:
Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
Professional certifications (e.G., CPA, CMA, CFA, or equivalent) preferred
Lean Six Sigma certification (Black Belt preferred)
10+ years of experience in Finance, with at least 5 years in process improvement, automation, or governance roles, particularly in Industrial context
Experience in the pharmaceutical, life sciences or manufactoring industry is an advantage
Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA FI/CO module particularly with strong manufactoring context
Business understanding
Continuous Improvement
Define and drive processes/operationalization
Change management
Project management
Think strategically
Communicate with impact
Buils trust & Engagement
Fluent or proficient in English
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