Regional Accounting Manager ‏(d/f/m)

At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of 47.000 pioneers around the globe. The teams in our corporate functions enable the best in our dynamic businesses and in our people to maximize our company’s potential. With our leading brands, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth.

Dare to make an impact?

YOUR ROLE

• Regional Coordination: Lead and coordinate accounting activities across multiple regions to ensure consistency and alignment with global standards
• Collaborate with other regional/global finance teams to implement and maintain best practices in accounting and financial reporting
• Optimization Projects: Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive accounting optimization projects to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Implement innovative solutions to streamline accounting operations and reduce manual efforts
• Governance and Controls: Develop and enforce robust accounting governance frameworks to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard the integrity of financial data and prevent fraud
• Team Leadership: Coordinate training and development programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of accounting staff
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for regional accounting matters, liaising with senior management, auditors, and external partners
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to support strategic financial initiatives

YOUR SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred
• Minimum of 3-5years of progressive experience in accounting, with a strong background in global finance operations
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing complex accounting projects
• In-depth knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP) and regulatory requirements
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Entrepreneurial minsdet to improve processes and teamplayer attitude 

OUR OFFER

• Be an important part of our finance team in Vienna
  
• Training and professional growth opportunities in an international environment
• Mentoring and buddy program
• Flexible working conditions, Henkel canteen, Henkel shop and other benefits
  
• Online and offline networking events
• Minimum annual gross salary: €68.000,- for a fulltime position -  willingness to overpay depending on experience

Contact: Melanie Zach, Recruitment Partner

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to gender, origin, culture, mindset, generation, disability, religion and sexual orientation.