Team Lead BPO Finance Operations (f/m/d)

Team Lead BPO Finance Operations (f/m/d)

Finance (incl. Tax, Treasury, Accounting, M&A) Germany, Düsseldorf

January 6 2026

Full time

Permanent

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Free day to volunteer

Your responsibilities and tasks

Oversee the accounting function incl. accounts payables, accounts receivables,fixed asset, travel expense accounting and reporting services which includeinter-company accounting and preparation of month end closing activities within
the defined scope with the BPO Provider

Support work relating to both internal and external audits in the periodic reviewof the company financial records and is responsible for the implementation ofagreed upon recommendations resulting from the audit findings

Lead teams providing best-in-class, group-wide accounting support/services in BPO Finance for transactional activities

Support and provide expert financial advice to BPO Finance Strategy, Divisions,Regions and Countries regarding F&A processes

Drive the defined efficiency, optimization & automation potential of global, integrated processes, standards within the BPO Finance Strategy.

Ensure staffing and talent development in the BPO Finance Operation function.

The position entails dealing with tasks in the area of Accounting Services whichare not fully determined

The tasks relevant for the position can only be performed by drawing onunderstanding acquired in more than one subject area

Your profile and qualifications

Have an academic degree in business administration or equivalent

Have at least 10 years of professional experience in accounting and/or relateddisciplines (finance, controlling and/or auditing is desirable)

Have multi-year experience in managerial positions

Demonstrates expert knowledge of (international) finance and accountingactivities as well as IFRS

Profound knowledge of accounting, and finance as well as related processes

Demonstrates excellent communication skills and an affinity towards thinking inprocesses

Successfully managed high-performance teams with know-how and experiencein a Business Process Outsourcer (BPO ) or Shared Service Centre (SSC)environment

Know-how in setting up an optimal BPO structure and work environment

Shows resilience when working in a fast-pace environment

Drives change management across the global finance functions in anintegrative manner

Affinity for relevant IT tools and software (e.g., SAP's subsidiary ledgers - SD,FI, AM)

English (full proficiency) and German;preferably additional languages

About GEA

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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