Process Design & Continuous Improvement Manager (Finance)

John Deere; Poznań; Hybrid; PLN 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Employee referral program

Private medical care

Sports card

Meal allowance

E-learning platform access

Job summary

John Deere in Poznań is seeking a Process Design & Continuous Improvement Manager to ensure efficient Accounting & Finance processes across Europe. Your responsibilities will include managing finance transformation projects, supporting a team of Subject Matter Experts, and driving process improvements.

We're looking for someone with a university degree in Finance, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and a strong passion for process improvement. The role offers a hybrid work model, flexible hours, and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Finance and interaction with IT professionals.
• English B2 level, both written and spoken.
• Strong passion for process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient A&F processes for operations in Europe.
• Partner with Global IT for efficiency improvements.
• Support expansion of Shared Service model.

Skills

Process Improvement

Accounting Principles

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Lean/Six Sigma Methodologies

Education

University Degree in Finance or related field

Job description

There are over 8 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more… many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

Process Design & Continuous Improvement Manager (Finance)

Poznãń, Poland

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient Accounting & Finance (A&F) processes for John Deere´s operations in Europe, including (but not limited to) Account Payables, General Ledger, Forecasting, Cost accounting, Payroll, Local Reporting…
• Partner with John Deere European Operations and Global IT to drive improvements in efficiency and quality.
• Support expansion of the Shared Service model to new internal entities.
• Support the integration of new systems and various finance transformation projects.
• Track KPIs to improve performance and service quality.
• Revise and update procedures and policies.
• Manage a team of 3 Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).

Requirements

• University Degree in Finance or related to process improvement.
• 5+ years of experience in Finance and with IT professionals.
• Language Requirements: English B2, both written and spoken. Polish not required.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and a good understanding of VAT compliance matters.
• A strong passion for process improvement, ideally with experience in Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to facilitate complex or challenging discussions and drive win-win outcomes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• A creative and innovative mindset, with the ability to challenge the status quo.

Benefits

• Employment contract.
• Strong support for work-life balance, including flexible working hours (start time between 7:00 and 10:00 AM) and a hybrid work model at Business Garden in Poznań.
• Opportunities for professional development within the company, with strong support for internal career growth.
• Employee referral program.
• Additional vacation days based on length of employment.
• Holiday allowance when taking at least 2 weeks off.
• Daily use of a foreign language in a friendly international working environment.
• Private medical care, life insurance, sports card, meal allowance, language courses, a social fund budget, and various additional fun events in our office.
• Free access to our e-learning platform, featuring over 1,000 courses.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a qualified individual with disability.