Director, Finance Shared Services, EMEA – HID
Location: Galway, Ireland (hybrid role)
Job ID: 42308
Overview
We are seeking an operationally focused Director, Finance Shared Services to join our International Finance team. The ideal candidate must possess experience working within the EMEA region and have 10+ years of 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.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute the EMEA Shared Services strategy aligned with global finance objectives.
* Manage the performance and development of the Financial Accounting Shared Service Team in Galway, Ireland.
* Oversee Record to Report processes across a diverse portfolio of EMEA legal entities.
* Deliver full monthly management accounts for each country in line with corporate calendar.
* Establish 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.
* Own Balance Sheet review process in line with corporate deadlines.
* Develop and implement a roadmap of systems enhancements, process improvements and integrations across all EMEA FSS functions.
* Develop good working relationships with all finance functions as well as non‑finance departments.
* Act as the primary point of contact in EMEA accounting for all regional and global stakeholders.
* Partner with global process owners to align regional operations with global standards.
* Build and maintain a strong customer‑centric culture within the financial reporting team.
* Ensure high standard of service delivery to all stakeholders.
* Drive continuous improvement in the Shared Services team and lead projects that support global consistency of best practice.
* Standardise processes and practices across business units, culture and implementation of corporate systems.
* Ensure processes are robust and compliant with corporate standards.
* Other duties may be assigned.
Experience & Qualifications
* 10+ years of financial management experience in multinational corporations, including at least 5+ years of managerial experience across ...
* Proven track record of process improvement delivery within a shared services environment.
* Strong knowledge of EMEA statutory and tax requirements.
* Experience leading projects and integrations.
* Proven track record in process transformation, automation, and change management.
* Performance management, team development and resource allocation experience.
* Proven analytical, problem‑solving and presentation skills.
* High level of personal and professional integrity and confidentiality.
* Ability to think strategically and effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders.
* Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and rewards package.
* Competitive benefits and annual leave, allowing for work‑life balance.
* A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture.
* Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximise your potential.
* Part of a global organisation pioneering hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate physical and digital worlds.
Why Apply
* Empowerment: Work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment.
* Innovation: Embrace challenges, drive change, and be open to flexible arrangements.
* Integrity: Results‑oriented, reliable, straightforward, and valued for authenticity.
We make it easier for people to get where they want to go! HID technology is behind billions of interactions in more than 100 countries. HID helps create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it. When you join the HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions, with 63,000 colleagues worldwide. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training and development opportunities.
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