Finance Sr Director

As the Head of the EMEA Finance GBS organization, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient, effective, and comprehensive provision of finance services to all EMEA Operating Units. In this role, you will interface with Sector CFO (LG8), Sector Planner (LG7), and all other BU CFOs (LG2-LG4). Your primary objective will be to deliver accurate and timely reports and data in accordance with agreed SLAs with the Remaining Organization (Remain Co.). It will be crucial for you to focus on continuous improvement and simplification of processes, standardization of reports, and optimal use of technology. You will need to review the cost effectiveness of the COE with the EMEA CFO and ensure operations remain within budgeted costs. Regular liaison with key stakeholders including Sector CFO, Sector Planner, and BU CFOs will be necessary for updates on business changes and joint planning of quarterly and annual service calendar. Your participation in key meetings with Businesses such as PSP and AOP reviews will also be expected. Additionally, you will engage with the Sector Controller to ensure COE process documentation is in line with SOX and audit requirements. Leading annual and periodic SOX audit activities will be part of your responsibilities. Lastly, you will be leading COE quarterly governance steering committee meetings with Remain Co. stakeholders to align on strategic initiatives for the COE, overall strategic direction, cost and budget analysis, process changes, technological investments, and approving plan of activities for the upcoming quarter/year. To be successful in this role, you should have 18-20 years of experience in finance and planning, with 14+ years of experience in performance management policies and processes, Customer Services, and Operations. A Bachelors/Masters Degree in commerce/business administration/economics with a high level of Finance & Accounting Experience is required. CA/ICWAI/MBA/CPA Finance qualifications are preferred. Strong leadership capabilities are essential, along with technical knowledge and experience in both Management reporting and planning processes. Experience in the FMCG sector with a sound understanding of business processes (Commercial, Supply Chain) is advantageous. You should have experience in leading process excellence and performance improvement. Exceptional communication skills and proficiency in English language are necessary. Leadership skills in managing senior executives are crucial as this role will interact with Sector CFO and his direct reports. Excellent business Planning & performance Management skills are required, along with being highly organized and responsive, with the ability to work in line with SLAs and tight deadlines. A numerate and lateral thinker who is good at data analysis with a strong attention to detail will excel in this role. Sound stakeholder management and communication skills are essential, as is the proven experience of working with ambiguity and managing multiple projects/tasks. The ability to manage and coach others will also be important for this position.,