Consultant Accounting & Governance (all genders)

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Job Details

Contract Type:Limited, 2 Years / Full-Time

Country / City:Germany / Hamburg

Company:Beiersdorf Shared Services GmbH

Job Function:Finance (incl. Accounting, Controlling)

Your Tasks

Are you passionate about improving financial processes, ensuring compliance, and working with international teams? We are looking for a Consultant Accounting & Governance (all genders) - fixed-term for 2 years to strengthen our Global Finance Services team and support the rollout and governance of standardized accounting processes across Europe.

As part of our Global Finance Services team, you will collaborate closely with local finance teams across Europe, internal service centers, and external shared service providers.

What you will do

Ensure compliance with accounting standards and processes
Monitor and drive operational performance (KPIs, process quality, efficiency)
Manage external international service providers to ensure service quality and performance
Optimize and harmonize financial processes (Record-to-Report, Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash) across countries
Identify and implement process improvement measures to increase efficiency and standardization
Support and advise local entities on accounting best practices and standard processes
Support global Finance projects and manage their rollout in the European region
Build knowledge and provide training to ensure consistent process understanding across countries
Take ownership of specific finance topics and act as a regional coordinator when needed
Work in close partnership with the Global Financial Services and regional Finance teams

Your Profile

University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or professional qualification in Accounting (e.g. Certified Accountant / “Bilanzbuchhalter”)
Several years of relevant experience in Accounting and Finance Operations, ideally in an international environment
Deep understanding of accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger and strong SAP knowledge
Strong analytical, problem-solving and process improvement skills
Ability to work effectively in international, cross-functional teams
Excellent communication skills and result-driven approach
Proactive and hands-on mindset
Fluent English skills; German or other languages are a plus

Please note: This position is offered on a fixed-term basis for 2 years.

Additional information

If you have any questions, please check our application FAQ first. If your question is not answered there, feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Expert Carina viarc@beiersdorf.com.

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YOUR BENEFITS

International Work Environment

Critical Illness Policy

Flexible & Remote Working

Buddies & Mentoring

Corporate Training & Development

Modern Office & Equipment

Attractive Salary

Corporate Discounts

Beiersdorf Gym & Fitness Groups

Kids & Family Services

Health & Wellbeing Offers

Job Sharing

Subsidised Lunch

Public Transport Support

Medical Services

International Work Environment

Critical Illness Policy

Flexible & Remote Working

Buddies & Mentoring

Corporate Training & Development

Modern Office & Equipment

Attractive Salary

Corporate Discounts

Beiersdorf Gym & Fitness Groups

Kids & Family Services

Health & Wellbeing Offers

Job Sharing

Subsidised Lunch

Public Transport Support

Medical Services

About Beiersdorf

At Beiersdorf, we want to help people feel good about their skin – and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin, La Prairie, Hansaplast, and Labello. We act according to our purpose, WE CARE BEYOND SKIN, and take responsibility for our consumers, our employees, the environment and society.

Behind every brand, every product and every accomplishment are our more than 20,000 employees. It is for them that we live an inclusive culture of respect and trust that is strongly aligned with our values – CARE, COURAGE, SIMPLICITY and TRUST. We also embrace diversity by valuing the uniqueness of each individual and being committed to equal opportunities for all.

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