Finance Project Manager with process improvement mindset

Your responsibilities

• Lead and manage (mostly small to medium-sized) finance projects independently, demonstrating proficiency in project management methodologies and best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, benefits and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals and priorities.
• Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, task assignments, and timelines, while effectively managing project risks and issues.
• Utilize a Process Improvement mindset to identify opportunities for streamlining finance processes and enhancing efficiency.
• Actively participate in project delivery by contributing innovative ideas and solutions to improve finance processes and drive operational excellence.
• Conduct thorough analyses of existing finance processes, leveraging data and insights to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• Design and implement process improvement initiatives, leveraging technology, automation, and best practices to optimize workflows and enhance controls.
• Monitor and measure the effectiveness of process improvements, tracking key performance indicators and metrics to assess impact and identify areas for further enhancement.
• Provide regular and transparent updates and reports on project status, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommended actions to stakeholders at all levels.
• Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration within the finance department, encouraging team members to contribute ideas and participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in finance, project management, and process improvement, continuously enhancing knowledge and skills.

Your profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field;
• Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Six Sigma) is an advantage.
• Minimum 4-5 years proven experience in finance project management, with a track record of successfully leading and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of finance processes, systems, and controls, with the ability to identify inefficiencies and drive improvements.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to gather and analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively and transparently collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate complex concepts to stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with the capacity to inspire and motivate team members, foster a culture of innovation, and drive results.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing business needs.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software, as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

It goes without saying that we offer attractive conditions such as:

• With us, you experience an SSC-start-up environment with all the possibilities to build it up together
• Flexible working arrangements
• Attractive remuneration, including special benefits, e.g. company events, fitness & health offers or modern co-working workplaces.

We work together in an environment of close cooperation and respect and we value diversity. Therefore, we welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity.
If these aspects are just as important to you as they are to us, we are looking forward to receiving your application.