[Hiring] Head of the International Shared Services Center (Accounting) @Nova Post DE GmbH

Role Description

We are currently looking for a Head of the International Shared Services Center (Accounting).

• Establishing and Scaling the SSC:
  • Organizing a unified accounting center for an international group expanding into new markets;
• Standardization & Compliance:
  • Ensuring high-quality, timely accounting in line with Group policy and international standards (IFRS);
• Process Modernization:
  • Standardizing primary document workflows, master-data directories (ISO 8000 principles), and cost allocation methodologies;
• Fast Close & Reporting:
  • Managing month-end closing calendars, ensuring 100% reconciliation of intragroup transactions, and preparing consolidation packages;
• Efficiency & Robotization:
  • Identifying manual operations to implement "quick wins" (RPA, light automation) and reducing execution time for recurring processes by 30-70%;
• Partner Management:
  • Coordinating with local outsourcing providers to ensure accurate tax filing and statutory reporting;
• Quality Control:
  • Reporting monthly to the Group CFO on accounting quality, error rates, and team productivity dashboards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant finance and accounting experience;
• Proven track record in mid-level or senior management roles within Shared Service Centers (SSC) of international companies;
• Managed accounting support for at least 5 active operating companies across different jurisdictions;
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS and hands-on experience preparing reporting packages and managing complex accounting transformations;
• Successful history of increasing productivity through automation, standardization, and robotization;
• Experience managing large teams (the current structure includes 4 teams with up to 50 employees total);
• Higher degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics;
• Fluent English level;

Requirements

• Bonus points for experience in Big 4 audit/consulting, familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, or progress toward ACCA/CPA certifications;
• Personal traits: analytical rigor, a "hands-on" approach, and the ability to drive change through collaboration and influence.

Benefits

• We provide equipment for comfortable and efficient work;
• Flexible Location: The primary location is Berlin, but we are open to candidates based in Ukraine or other European countries;
• Opportunity to develop skills, participate in new projects, and grow within the company.