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Global Functional Process Owner Book-to-Report | General Accounting (m/f/d)

Location:

Münster, DEU

Company: BASF Coatings GmbH

Job Field:
Finance, Controlling & Audit

Job Type: Permanent

Flexible Work Options:
Hybrid

Welcome If you're someone who inspires others, owns their impact and wants to elevate what they do, you'll fit right in. At Surventis, we go beyond the surface - in everything we do. We put customers at the center, think one step ahead, and develop solutions that create real value and lasting partnerships. We inspire each other to think further, take ownership of our work, and constantly push to elevate what's possible.

If you bring your full self, challenge the obvious answer, and want to grow with a team that means it - this is your place.

What You Can Expect Due to the strategic realignment of the Coatings business unit, a dedicated accounting department is being established. This presents an exciting opportunity to develop and shape the finance organization from its foundation. Therefore, we are looking for a Global Functional Process Owner Book-to-Report / Record-to-Report (B2R) | General accounting with the following objectives:

• You own the global B2R | General Accounting processes, which include the ownership of the global chart of accounts setup, journal voucher postings, period-end closing processes, financial statement preparation & disclosures.
• You establish and maintain global standards for B2R | General accounting processes, ensuring these are aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements across the Coatings division.
• You oversee the general accounting activities, identify and drive process improvement opportunities, leveraging technology and digital solutions to enhance automation, efficiency, and continuous improvement within the finance organization.
• Moreover, you manage a third-party business process provider in the area of general accounting and implement process performance KPIs to steer the service provider.
• Furthermore, you collaborate closely with related functions such as Group Accounting, Order-to-Cash, Purchase-to-Pay as well as asset and project accounting, coordinate integration efforts and ensure holistic alignment of accounting processes.
• In addition, you engage with internal stakeholders to ensure that general accounting processes meet business needs and support strategic objectives.

What You Offer

• University degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field; additional certifications such as CMA or CPA are an advantage
• At least 10 years of work experience in financial process management and optimization, with a strong focus on general accounting activities in a multinational corporation
• Experience in the chemicals industry or a related industry, particularly during transitions or carve-outs, is highly beneficial
• Strong understanding of accounting processes and process optimization methodologies
• Proficiency in SAP R/3 and S/4, process mapping tools, and advanced MS Office skills
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders in a multicultural environment
• Fluency in English is required

What We Offer

We offer an attractive salary with individual benefits such as performance-related bonuses. Company-funded supplementary health insurance, accident insurance and pension related benefits. We offer a wide range of local and global development and career opportunities for professional and personal development. Surventis stands for diversity - we are proud of our Coatings employee networks Women In Coatings , Color Pride and Culti Connect.

The feedback culture is firmly integrated into our corporate culture, e.g. through regular employee surveys and management feedback. At our location in Münster, we have our own fitness studio "Freizeit" with a physiotherapy practice, permanently employed company doctors, a company restaurant "Auszeit" including a café bar, a bilingual company daycare center "Lacki Kids" and a vacation program "Lacki Kids on Tour".