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Global Process Expert - General Accounting

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Business, Operations & Strategy

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor’s/Master’s, 3-5 years of experience, S4 FI knowledge, strong Microsoft skills, and proficiency in English, with a focus on process improvement and global communication.
  • You will enhance global accounting processes, collaborate with centers for ERP improvements, support key users, deliver training, and ensure standardization while upholding core values of safety and integrity.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree preferred.
  • 3 to 5 years of experience.
  • Meticulous, organized, ability to direct and see tasks to a successful conclusion.
  • Self-Starter with an inquisitive nature with a positive willingness to improve & streamline processes to be more efficient.
  • Sound knowledge of the S4 FI module, ideally at admin level.
  • Good working Microsoft skills.
  • Ability to globally communicate and deliver solutions to colleagues.
  • Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.

Responsibilities

  • Drive and develop General Accounting improvements to our global ERP platform, liaise with CSSF Centers to ensure alignment with improvements. Involves the review of issues, investigate root causes, guide users, develop solutions and ensure any improvements are implemented successfully.
  • Support and drive the standardization and adoption of global processes and procedures, supporting the elimination of local legacy work practices (where appropriate).
  • Responsibility for overseeing and improving global general accounting transactional tools ie MJE workflow, provisions workflow etc. Discussing and following through with key users to ensure a successful implementation
  • Provide Level 3 support to CSSF GA key users, including training and sharing knowledge / experience of finance processes to the wider population of CSSF GA.
  • Support other R2R group functions with back up where needed (RE-FX, Blackline and others).
  • Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

FAQs

What is the primary mission of the Global Process Expert - General Accounting?

The primary mission is to partner with the business to optimize the reporting of accurate and concise financial data in an efficient and timely manner to meet Hitachi Group deadlines.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include driving and developing improvements to the global ERP platform, supporting the standardization and adoption of global processes, overseeing and improving general accounting tools, providing Level 3 support to key users, and supporting other R2R group functions as needed.

What level of education is preferred for this position?

A Bachelor's or Master’s degree is preferred for this position.

How many years of experience are required for this role?

3 to 5 years of experience are required for this role.

What technical skills are necessary for the position?

Sound knowledge of the S4 FI module, ideally at the admin level, along with good working Microsoft skills are necessary for this position.

Is proficiency in the English language required for this job?

Yes, proficiency in both spoken and written English is required.

What personal qualities are important for success in this role?

Being meticulous, organized, a self-starter with an inquisitive nature, and a positive willingness to improve and streamline processes are important qualities for success in this role.

Will I need to provide training to other staff in this position?

Yes, providing training and sharing knowledge/experience of finance processes to the wider population of CSSF GA is part of the responsibilities.

Is experience working with local legacy work practices important for this position?

Yes, supporting the elimination of local legacy work practices where appropriate is part of the role's responsibilities.

Does the role emphasize adherence to corporate values?

Yes, living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity is emphasized, which includes taking responsibility for one's actions while caring for colleagues and the business.

Hitachi Energy – Advancing a sustainable energy future for all

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2018
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.