Ideal Candidate Profile:Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline; CIMA or ACCA certification is highly advantageous.12+ years of experience in global finance, with a minimum of 10 years in leadership positions within CoE, GBS, transformation, or corporate finance settings.Demonstrated success in establishing or expanding finance Centers of Expertise or global finance capabilities across multiple regions.In-depth knowledge of finance processes including FP&A, Treasury, and Compliance, complemented by familiarity with technologies such as ERP, BI, and RPA.Strong understanding of shared services, CoE–GBS operational models, and extensive finance transformation initiatives.Proven experience in designing finance operating models, process frameworks, and performance management systems featuring defined KPIs.Strategic thinker with the capability to lead change and evaluate skillsets for future needs.
About the job
Join SGS as the Finance Center of Expertise Lead, where you'll spearhead the transformation of our financial capabilities. This pivotal role involves crafting exceptional frameworks in financial planning & analysis (FP&A), controllership, compliance, reporting, and digital finance.
Key Responsibilities:
Define and enhance the vision and operational model of the Finance Center of Excellence.
Collaborate with Group Finance, SSCs, and regional CFOs to adapt to changing business requirements.
Develop and implement global best practices, playbooks, and frameworks in essential finance areas like FP&A and governance.
Lead initiatives to elevate the skills of finance professionals and enhance process maturity.
Partner with Global Process Owners to ensure consistency and policy adherence across finance operations.
Champion continuous improvement efforts leveraging digital innovations such as RPA, AI, and advanced analytics.
Act as a strategic advisor to finance and business leaders in capability enhancement and operational efficiency.
Facilitate CoE governance, workshops, and collaborative efforts across regions.
Monitor KPIs and service performance to showcase the CoE's impact and effectiveness.
Manage budgeting and forecasting with an emphasis on optimizing cost-efficiency and overall impact.
About SGS
SGS stands as the global leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification, operating an extensive network of over 2,500 laboratories and facilities across 115 countries, supported by a dedicated workforce exceeding 100,000 professionals. With a legacy of over 145 years in service excellence, we merge precision and accuracy to support organizations in achieving the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – reflects our dedication to trust, integrity, and reliability, empowering businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services under the SGS name and through a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign, and Nutrasource.SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN SW).
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Finance Center of Expertise Lead at SGS | Katowice
Ideal Candidate Profile:Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline; CIMA or ACCA certification is highly advantageous.12+ years of experience in global finance, with a minimum of 10 years in leadership positions within CoE, GBS, transformation, or corporate finance settings.Demonstrated success in establishing or expanding finance Centers of Expertise or global finance capabilities across multiple regions.In-depth knowledge of finance processes including FP&A, Treasury, and Compliance, complemented by familiarity with technologies such as ERP, BI, and RPA.Strong understanding of shared services, CoE–GBS operational models, and extensive finance transformation initiatives.Proven experience in designing finance operating models, process frameworks, and performance management systems featuring defined KPIs.Strategic thinker with the capability to lead change and evaluate skillsets for future needs.
About the job
Join SGS as the Finance Center of Expertise Lead, where you'll spearhead the transformation of our financial capabilities. This pivotal role involves crafting exceptional frameworks in financial planning & analysis (FP&A), controllership, compliance, reporting, and digital finance.
Key Responsibilities:
Define and enhance the vision and operational model of the Finance Center of Excellence.
Collaborate with Group Finance, SSCs, and regional CFOs to adapt to changing business requirements.
Develop and implement global best practices, playbooks, and frameworks in essential finance areas like FP&A and governance.
Lead initiatives to elevate the skills of finance professionals and enhance process maturity.
Partner with Global Process Owners to ensure consistency and policy adherence across finance operations.
Champion continuous improvement efforts leveraging digital innovations such as RPA, AI, and advanced analytics.
Act as a strategic advisor to finance and business leaders in capability enhancement and operational efficiency.
Facilitate CoE governance, workshops, and collaborative efforts across regions.
Monitor KPIs and service performance to showcase the CoE's impact and effectiveness.
Manage budgeting and forecasting with an emphasis on optimizing cost-efficiency and overall impact.
About SGS
SGS stands as the global leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification, operating an extensive network of over 2,500 laboratories and facilities across 115 countries, supported by a dedicated workforce exceeding 100,000 professionals. With a legacy of over 145 years in service excellence, we merge precision and accuracy to support organizations in achieving the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – reflects our dedication to trust, integrity, and reliability, empowering businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services under the SGS name and through a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign, and Nutrasource.SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN SW).