Job summary:

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Global Business Services (GBS) in Krakow for a highly motivated individual to assist with the management of Plant (Mill) Accounting processes for the EMEA region. The role is based within the Record to Report (RTR) team and reports directly to General Accounting Manager but will occasionally be required to take work direction from the Controller&rsquos office in support of other EMEA accounting matters.

The prime purpose of this position is to assist with the management of Plant and Cost of Sales / Cost of Manufacturing accounting across the EMEA business. The role is a focal point for providing advice, SAP technical support and counsel on complex accounting issues and requires in depth knowledge of Supply Chain Accounting processes with demonstrated experience in product costing and production planning processes in SAP.

Key relationships are with the GBS accounting teams, Plant finance and Delivered Cost teams, IT support, business analysis, outsourced providers, internal control and the Controller&rsquos office.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Partner with Plant Finance teams to ensure efficient Plant Accounting close process.
• Provide expertise on the transactional aspects of SAP cost accounting, to assist in resolution of queries.
• Help guide IT teams in configuring SAP in line with the business needs.
• Manage the transactional oversight of product costing processes, including month-end close across the EMEA manufacturing facilities.
• Review Balance Sheet reconciliations to ensure appropriate quality and understanding of key variances.
• Provide understanding of current cost calculations and inventory valuations for decision support to Plant finance and business analysis teams.
• Support internal and external audits as required.
• Provide process guidance and oversight for standard cost and forecast processes.

Required Skills and Experience:

• A university qualification, preferably in Finance, Accounting or Economics.
• Significant experience in Accounting and/or Financial Reporting in a multinational company.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken is essential.
• A strong technical mind-set, with knowledge of standard costing principles.
• In-depth knowledge of end-to-end business processes for Plant accounting.
• Advanced SAP FI and/or CO/PA knowledge essential
• Ability to lead and manage change, interact and influence decision makers, build relationships and network across a range of internal and external teams.
• Willingness and confidence to lead discussions with senior leaders when required.