Vattenfall is now looking for the right person to fill the position as Head of Central Services (Purchase to Pay, Order to Cash) in Subledger, Finance Business Support.

As our Head of Central Services you will lead the Central Services team comprising of 13 team members that design and execute next generation business processes for Purchase to Pay (PTP), Order to Cash (OTC), Master Data Management (Vendors, Customers), Indirect Tax Accounting, Intercompany AP/AR to ensure best in class efficiency, quality and harmonization across Vattenfall Group.

• Responsible leader for process design of PTP, OTC and Intercompany receivable/payable processes in close collaboration with Subledger, Finance Business Support, Procurement and Business Areas.
• Lead initiatives to enhance the use of AI and digital tools for automation across the entire subledger, driving efficiency and innovation.
• Drive continuous improvement and harmonization, ensuring that the processes are executed with highest quality and efficiency at lowest cost.
• Lead for devising periodic efficiency and quality reports for Subledger operations including BPO and track progress towards reaching top-quartile benchmark targets
• Lead in expanding FBS Subledger scope by executing PTP, OTC and Intercompany processes at higher efficiency and quality in creating value for Vattenfall
• Responsible people leadership, including recruitment, talent development, and retention.
• Creates an inspiring, learning, goal oriented and supportive working climate by setting clear goals and responsibilities

We are looking for a Head of Central Services who has a relevant University degree (e.g. in Business administration, Finance & Accounting, Process Engineer or similar) with over 8 years of process ownership & improvements experience as a senior leader within the Finance function of a multinational organization. You also have a proven track record in benchmarking PTP, OTC and Intercompany processes to optimize efficiency and quality globally. Your command of English is strong, both verbally and written.

Your personal characteristics:

• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage and coach teams in complex circumstances
• Change catalyst and influence others to embrace it
• Strong communication skills and ability to establish trust and build relationships across Functions and business areas
• Strong analytical skills, ability to think strategically and see the big picture
• Proactive, solution oriented and able to create credibility and engagement in the team
• An active, positive, open and visible courageous leader
• Tech savvy in using AI and automation tools