Finance Process Senior Manager - EMEA

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi industrial leader, serving a wide range of customers in more than 150 countries. Our 117,000 employees create intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, integrated infrastructure and next generation transportation systems that work seamlessly together to deliver on the promise of smart cities and communities. Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat.  We are committed to helping our customers win and creating greater value for all of our stakeholders, through strategic focus on our buildings and energy growth platforms.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for av  EMEA Finance Process Senior Manager to join the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead a team of approx. 20 finance professionals performing a range of accounting and finance activities
• Support transition projects including staff hiring and onboarding activities, discovery, work shadowing, transitioning, stabilization and sign off
• Implement Best Practice processes in core finance areas including Record-to-Report (RtR), Procure-to-Pay (PtP), Order-to-Cash (OtC) and Intercompany (ICO) 
• First contact point for Country Finance Managers (CFM) and Business Leadership teams for issues regarding compliance and operational performance
• Ensure financial process compliance to relevant internal policies, internal/SOX controls and US GAAP
• Ensure timely and quality preparation of Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations with appropriate authorization
• Lead execution of MEC (Month End Close) activities and ensure alignment to closing calendar in liaison with CFMs
• Supporting internal projects – merge/split of entities, migration to other ERP, leading of UAT, etc. 

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Essential
• Finance & Accounting degree or equivalent
• 8-12 years’ management experience with teams of at least 5 people
• Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment
• Previous experience in complex finance or controlling roles
• Excellent communication  skills across all levels of the organization
• Strong customer and business orientation
• Desire to develop business acumen
• Strong people management skills
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Ability to write and speak fluent English
Desirable
• Holds an ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA
• Shared service centre experience
• Manufacturing, Engineering and Consumer Goods
• Project Management
• ERPs (SAP, AS400, Concord, etc.), HFM preferred
• Multilingual
Our belief is that great companies are powered by great people and led by inspired leaders; individuals who are authentic, who embrace new ideas, share a mutual respect for each other and do what’s right for their communities. Every day, we focus on our common goal of improving lives around the world. And we do this by working together and applying deep technical expertise to help our customers solve pressing challenges, with a collective passion to make an impact.
Imagine a career that perpetually stretches your capabilities. From managing many of the world’s most iconic buildings to making products that help save lives, the breadth of our opportunities empowers you to chart your own path. We will offer you an interesting and challenging position with great personal freedom and professional responsibility. 
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