Senior Process expert Book-2-close

The Senior Process expert Book-to-close is responsible for reviewing and optimizing the Book-2-close process design, ensuring compliance with Omya’s standards and internal control framework. This role implements identified process improvements, supports systemic implementa-tions, and collaborates with IT and other stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and pro-cess standardization along the OS&S end-2-end service line, spanning across Omya's headquarter and the business units.

Key Accountabilities
Book-2-close process design & improvement

• Continuously review current Book-2-close process design or dedicated sub-processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Propose and operationalize measures to optimize the process in close alignment with the OS&S Book-2-close delivery teams.
• Support process standardization and alignment across the end-2-end service scope, spanning across Omya's headquarter and Omya's business units.
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Book-2-close governance and compliance

• Develop and implement compelling KPIs to ensure an effective process management (steering dimensions: efficiency, compliance, quality)Apply and maintain process standards, templates and control matrices
• Establish and implement internal controls in line with Omya's Group ICS guidance and frameworks to mitigate risks and increase the level compliance in close collaboration with risk management
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Omya’s process standardsEnsure proper maintenance of the process architecture documentation (e.g. Process Flow-Charts, etc.) and ensures further development of the process architecture in the course of the implementation 

Book-2-close performance management and continuous improvement

• Collaborate closely with Omya's internal IT department and other relevant stakeholders to support configuration decisions and digital enablers (e.g., automation, process mining).
• Support prioritization of automation initiatives, e.g. for reconciliations, subledger-to-ledger integrations
• Ensure adequate systemic implementation into process design incl. definition of all system specifications
• Operationalize CI backlog measures and ensure regular tracking and maintenance of backlog items

Operational execution

• Oversee their field of responsibilities within the OS&S Process Management team and accomplishes tasks in a quality and timely manner aim order to maintain and develop the standard process model
• Support Group-wide projects / initiatives and adheres to milestones in a quality and timely manner
• Operationalize measures to improve the Book-2-close or respective sub-processes and introduce measures into ​the OS&S delivery teams
• Operationalize efficient handover points between upand downstream processes, e.g. align Order-to-cash, Procure-to-pay, Tax, Treasury
• Handle exceptions and resolve process-related issues promptly
• Specifies and documents business requirements and if required functional test scripts
• Develop training materials as required for the process and maintain playbooks and training materials

• Process scope for this process includes, among others GL accounting, Asset accounting and month-end closing

Knowledge and skills

Education

• University degree in Finance, Business Management, Business Administration or related field

Experience

• Min. 5 years of relevant working experience in a processor function-related position and leadership responsibilities

Knowledge and skills

• Proven experience with Book-2-close, Record-2-report process execution or related business field (Finance, Accounting)
• Deep knowledge of process modeling, service delivery frameworks & process governance
• Expertise in IFRS, internal controls, statutory reporting, and audit readiness
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and transformation initiatives
• Hands‑on experience with SAP ERP, S/4HANA preferred
• Strong problem solving and root‑cause analysis skills with a bias to action
• Hands-on mentality and able to manage conflicts
• Willingness to question the status quo and to dig into details
• Strong organizational skills and ability to execute
• Creative and critical thinking skills

Other requirements

• Excellent command of both oral and written English are required
• Good command of both oral and written additional language is beneficial
• Willingness to travel up to 20-25%

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Hybrid Work Model: Flexibility to work from home and in the office, helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance.
• Ticket Restaurant: Enjoy a daily meal allowance to support your well-being.
• Flexible retribution: Kindergarten & Transport
• 30 Labor Days of Holidays: Ample time off to relax and recharge.
• Language Lessons: Access to language lessons to help you grow both personally and professionally.
• Medical Insurance: 60% company-subsidized medical insurance for employees, with the option to extend coverage to family members at a highly competitive rate.
• Open and Modern Office Environment: Work in a collaborative, innovative, and comfortable space designed for your success.