Lead of Record to Report Service Enabling (m/f/d)

KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA; Berlin; In loco; EUR 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

capital-forming benefits

holiday and Christmas bonuses

childcare allowance

30 days of annual leave

flexible working hours

company pension scheme

JobRad and/or Jobticket

Descrizione del lavoro

KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA in Berlin is seeking a Lead for Service Enabling to shape our global Record-to-Report services. You will empower an international team and drive standardization, governance, and adoption of SAP-based and digital solutions across R2R processes.

The role requires several years of leadership in finance/Shared Services, deep knowledge of GL, reporting, tax, treasury or controlling, and hands-on SAP experience. Berlin-based, full-time, unlimited contract.

Competenze

• Proven people leadership experience in finance/shared services/global ops.
• Strong knowledge of finance processes: GL, reporting, tax, treasury or controlling.
• Experience with SAP ERP environments, including SAP ECC and S/4HANA, and related transformation projects.

Mansioni

• Lead an international team of Key Users, Automation Leads, Data Analysts and PMs.
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of global R2R processes and services.
• Define and execute the R2R enablement roadmap: governance, adoption, training, KPIs, value realization.
• Identify and implement digital solutions across SAP S/4HANA capabilities, automation, low‑code, AI, and RPA.
• Ensure efficient operation and optimization of R2R systems, integrations, and digital tools with compliance and security.
• Act as escalation point and strategic advisor for key users and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Finance, Global Business Ops, IT, and leaders to deliver transformation initiatives.

Conoscenze

People leadership

Finance transformation

SAP S/4HANA

RPA/automation

Formazione

University degree in Finance/Business

Strumenti

SAP ERP

SAP ECC (R/3)

Descrizione del lavoro

Are you passionate about leading people, driving finance transformation, and unlocking the full potential of digital technologies?

At KWS, as our new Lead for Service Enabling (m/f/d), you will play a key role in shaping the future of our global Record-to-Report (R2R) services by enabling process excellence, technology adoption, and operational efficiency across our finance organization.

This Berlin-based position is unlimited and full-time (38 hours per week).

Your Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and empower an international team of Key Users, Automation Leads, Data Analysts, and Project Managers.
• Drive standardization, simplification, and continuous improvement of global R2R processes and services.
• Define and execute the R2R enablement roadmap, covering process governance, user adoption, training, KPI management, and value realization.
• Identify and implement the most effective digital solutions by assessing opportunities across SAP S/4HANA capabilities, automation, low-code platforms, AI, and robotic process automation (RPA).
• Ensure efficient operation and continuous optimization of R2R systems, integrations, and digital tools while maintaining compliance and security standards.
• Act as escalation point and strategic advisor for key users and stakeholders on organizational, project, and process-related topics.
• Collaborate closely with Finance, Global Business Operations, IT, and business leaders to deliver transformation initiatives and support the ongoing SAP S/4HANA journey.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and service excellence.

Your Profile

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Controlling, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Several years of disciplinary people leadership experience in Finance, Shared Services, Global Business Operations, Business Transformation, or Finance-related IT environments, including leading international teams, managing organizational change, and navigating complex stakeholder environments.
• Solid finance process knowledge with hands‑on experience in at least one of the following areas: General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Tax, Treasury or Controlling.
• Proven experience with SAP ERP environments, including a solid understanding of SAP ECC (R/3) and SAP S/4HANA as well as transformation or migration projects.
• Strong affinity for digital transformation and process optimization, with the ability to evaluate when business challenges should be solved through system capabilities, process redesign, automation, AI, or RPA solutions.
• Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Good understanding of analytics, process mining, automation technologies, and emerging AI capabilities; hands‑on technical development experience is beneficial but not required.

What Will Make You Successful

• You combine finance and controlling expertise with a passion for digital innovation.
• You are a pragmatic and down‑to‑earth leader who can translate strategy into execution.
• You empower teams, remove obstacles, and help others succeed.
• You can balance business requirements, technology opportunities, and organizational realities to achieve sustainable results.
• You are comfortable challenging the status quo and driving change in a global environment.

Our Offer

An exciting and impactful leadership role with the opportunity to shape the future of global Record-to-Report services and contribute to KWS’ finance transformation journey.

Interesting and varied work in a diverse international environment where you can contribute your expertise, drive innovation, and collaborate with colleagues worldwide.

As a family‑owned company, we are guided by the values of closeness, reliability, foresight, and independence. These values shape our culture and foster an open, collaborative, and supportive working atmosphere from day one.

A modern workplace in the heart of Berlin‑Schöneberg with excellent equipment as well as free car and bicycle parking spaces.

Attractive benefits including:

• capital‑forming benefits
• holiday and Christmas bonuses
• childcare allowance
• 30 days of annual leave
• flexible working hours
• company pension scheme
• JobRad, and/or Jobticket

Ongoing opportunities for professional and personal development in line with our motto, "Make yourself grow."