Business Process Expert – Record to Report

Are you experienced in finance processes and applications? Do you enjoy improving processes and having a service-oriented mindset with a solid grasp of finance? Are you excited about working with internal stakeholders across IT, finance, and project execution? Perhaps you have extensive experience in public auditing and want to apply your reporting and accounting expertise and lead the way? Or, you have earned your credits with intense operational roles in accounting and are ready to boost and apply your knowledge. We are looking for you!

In this role, as a subject matter expert, you will be the key player in our transformation and improvement programs. You will support us in connecting the dots between the digital world and core finance processes. This will require a thorough understanding of business processes, best practices, the latest developments, and benefits new tools can bring to VI.

Next to business-oriented consulting skills, strong communication skills are essential, enabling us to put the plan into action together with our Global teams. You are a team player and, at the same time, able to deliver independently. Having strong analytical skills and a proactive ‘can-do’ mentality.

We’ll give you the opportunity to grow your network, broaden your experience and expand your horizons in a fast-growing global environment.

Your department and scope of activities

The scope of your role is global. Hierarchical you will be part of the EMEA Financial Shared Services team based in Veghel, the Netherlands. You will have a functional relationship with the Global Process Owner Record-to-Report, who is leading transformation and change. We foster a flexible yet critical approach, emphasizing an end-to-end mindset, deep process knowledge, and a strong understanding of the business. We are expected to be highly skilled professionals with a deep understanding of finance, business, and technology. The role requires a combination of strategic thinking, analytical skills, and technical knowledge to design and implement solutions that support the organization's financial objectives

Your role & responsibilities

Process Focus:

• Advisor to a broad range of Stakeholders both in and outside finance.
• Process Improvement: Drive standardization and initiate improvements within Record to Report, using end-to-end expertise to enhance processes and tools.
• Cross-Functional Guidance: Provide expertise on Record to Report processes and offer guidance to related areas like Source to Pay, Lead to Cash, and Hire to Retire.
• KPI Management: Monitor and drive performance based on defined KPIs.

Technology Focus:

• Finance Architecture: Contribute to developing and managing finance architecture, including processes, systems, and data, to align with business goals.
• Solution Implementation: Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to deliver technically sound, sustainable financial solutions.
• Change & Risk Management: Stay updated on new technological developments, manage architecture changes, and advise on priorities and risks.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and evaluate opportunities for process optimization.

General

Global Alignment: Collaborate with global teams, including peers in the US and India, on Record to Report transformation projects.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (MBA or relevant certifications preferred);
• Experience:
  • At least 6 years of working experience in record to report;
  • Experience with financial systems and processes, especially with modern ERP / EPM solutions (e.g., Oracle Cloud EPM/ERP, SAP);
  • Proven success in leading or participating in transformational finance projects, ideally in a global, multi-entity organization;
  • Experienced with analysing, redesigning and implementing finance processes in an organization based on best practices (experience with Cloud tooling is a plus);
• Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • Exceptional communication skills, capable of explaining complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, confident in building lasting business relationships;
  • You have a result-oriented mindset, are independent, pro-active, innovative and take ownership;

Our company

Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports – from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi – and in the parcel market, for main players such as UPS and FedEx. Furthermore, we are also a leading supplier of solutions for warehousing giants such as Walmart, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services.

If you aspire to a position of responsibility – and want to make a difference by facilitating the delivery of what matters most to consumers, passengers and businesses – then the next step on your path to global opportunities is to join Vanderlande. As part of our network and unique culture of freedom and flexibility, you will be connected to our dedicated people, build strong relationships and rise to the challenge of industry-leading projects.

You will grow, take ownership and make every day better as you continue on the road to success with your spirit of adventure – and fulfil your ambitions for personal development through our Academy. Vanderlande will give you the necessary knowledge, tools and support, so that together we have the confidence and ability to exceed our customers’ expectations in over 100 countries.

To achieve our collective goals, you will have a hands-on role working in a positive environment to deliver tangible, state-of-the-art products and improve the competitiveness of our highly visible customers. As an integral part of our team, you will have the enthusiasm and be driven to reach our destination before your next journey with Vanderlande begins…

What we offer

In this challenging and responsible position, you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international, and professional working environment with a lot of opportunities for personal development. By joining our profitable and growing company you will be able to reach your goals and focus on your future.

On top of your fixed salary, you will receive the following secondary benefits:

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.
• Working from home allowance.
• Collective pension scheme and discount on health insurance.
• On-site company health centers with a gym, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists.
• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.
• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
• A great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.