An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Director, Finance Shared Services, EMEA Location:Galway, Ireland (hybrid role)Job ID:42308We are seeking an operationally focusedDirector, Finance Shared Servicesto join our International Finance team. The ideal candidate must possess experience working within the EMEA region and have 10+ years financial management and a minimum of five years in a managerial role.Reporting to the Senior Director, Finance Shared Services the successful candidate will lead both the Financial Accounting Function of the EMEA Finance Shared Service and Integration and Change Management within EMEA Finance Shared Services.If this sounds like you keep on readingWho are we?HID powers the trusted identities of the world's people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: and As our Director, Finance Shared Services EMEA- you'll support HID's success by:Develop and execute the EMEA Shared Services strategy aligned with global finance objectives.Manages the performance and development of the Financial Accounting Shared Service Team in Galway, Ireland.Oversees Record to Report processes across a diverse portfolio of EMEA legal entities.Responsibility for delivering full monthly management accounts for each country in line with corporate calendar.Establishment of processes to ensure strict adherence to statutory reporting and taxation timelines.Manage external and internal audit requirements for all EMEA companies under IFRS or local GAAP.Ownership of Balance Sheet review process in line with corporate deadlines.Develops and implements a roadmap of systems enhancements, process improvements and integrations across all EMEA FSS functions.RelationshipsDeveloping good working relationships with all finance functions as well as the non- finance departmentsAct as the primary point of contact in EMEA accounting for all regional and global stakeholdersPartner with global process owners to align regional operations with global standardsCustomer ServiceBuild and maintain a strong customer centric culture within the financial reporting teamEnsure high standard of service delivery to all stakeholdersProcess & SystemsDrives continuous improvement in the Shared Services team and leads projects that support global consistency of best practiceThis includes standardization of processes and practices across business units, culture and implementation of corporate systemsEnsuring processes are robust and compliant with corporate standards.Other duties may be assigned.Your Experience and Background include:10+ years of financial management experience in multinational corporations, including at least 5+ years of managerial experience acrossProven track record of process improvement delivery within a shared services environmentStrong knowledge of EMEA statutory and tax requirements.Experience leading projects and integrationsProven track record in process transformation, automation, and change managementPerformance management, team development and resource allocation experienceProven analytical, problem solving and presentations skillsHigh level of personal and professional integrity and confidentialityAbility to think strategically and effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders.Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.What we can offer you:Competitive salary and rewards package.Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance.A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture.Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential.To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds.Why apply?Empowerment: You'll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don't need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.We make it easier for people to get where they want to goOn an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.When you join our HID team, you'll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You'll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it's important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.