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

KWS Group; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Capital‑forming benefits

Holiday and Christmas bonuses

Childcare allowance

30 days of annual leave

Flexible working hours

Company pension scheme

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Job summary

KWS is seeking a Lead for Service Enabling to shape the future of global Record-to-Report services from its Berlin base. You will drive enablement across process governance, adoption, and KPI management, coordinating with IT and Finance leaders to optimize R2R delivery.

The role requires managing international teams, driving digital transformations, and delivering value realization in a complex SAP environment. Hybrid work in Berlin is offered.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Controlling, IT or related field.
• Several years of disciplinary people leadership experience in Finance/Shared Services/Global Business Operations.
• Solid knowledge of finance processes: GL, financial reporting, tax, treasury or controlling.
• Proven experience with SAP ERP environments, including SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA.
• Strong affinity for digital transformation and process optimization; knows when to use system capabilities, redesign, automation, AI or RPA.
• Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Good understanding of analytics, process mining, automation technologies; hands-on technical development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower an international team of Key Users, Automation Leads, Data Analysts, and Project Managers.
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of global R2R processes and services.
• Define and execute the R2R enablement roadmap including governance, adoption, training, KPI management and value realization.
• Identify and implement SAP S/4HANA, automation, low-code, AI or RPA solutions across finance operations.
• Ensure secure and compliant operation of R2R systems, integrations and digital tools.
• Act as escalation point and strategic advisor for key users and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Finance, Global Business Operations, IT, and leaders to support SAP S/4HANA journey.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and service excellence.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

English fluency

Digital transformation

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Education

University degree in Finance/Business/IT

Tools

SAP ERP

SAP ECC (R/3)

SAP S/4HANA

RPA/Automation tools

Job description

Career Opportunities: Lead of Record to Report Service Enabling (m/f/d) (16913)

Requisition ID16913-Posted11/03/2026-Berlin- Fields of Work (5) -Manager/Supervisor-Up to 10%-Hybrid Working Within Country

Field of Work:IT; Controlling; Data Management; Finance & Accounting; Quality Management,
Location: Berlin
Legal Entity: KWS Berlin GmbH
Contract Type: Regular
Is Full Time: Yes
Job ID: 16913

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

AtKWS, 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.

ThisBerlin-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."

About KWS

KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies and employs around 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries. With the tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for more than 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seeds for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowers. KWS uses leading‑edge plant breeding methods and invests a significant amount in research and development.

At KWS, diversity is not just a value; it is an essential part of our success. Breeding resilient crops requires diversity; likewise, our strength comes from the diversity of our teams. Whatever your background or identity is, we invite you to join us.

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