Head of Accounting Reporting EMEA

Head of Accounting & Reporting EMEA

Role Overview

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a dynamic and experienced leader to take responsibility for Huntsmans financial accounting activities across Europe. Based in the heart of Krakow this role will report to the GBS Hub Leader / Regional Accounting Director EMEA. As the Head of Accounting and Reporting EMEA you will lead a team of 5 direct reports and approximately 25 indirect reports ensuring the highest standards of financial accuracy compliance and efficiency. Managing the accounting operations for around 50 legal entities across more than 15 countries you will play a key role in maintaining financial controls compliance with company policies and adherence to US GAAP and SarbanesOxley regulations. You will ensure your teams operate to the highest standards proactively manage risk areas provide solutions and implement process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

As a Head of Accounting & Reporting EMEA you will:

• Lead and manage the accounting and statutory reporting teams 5 direct reports and approximately 25 indirect.

• Oversee endofperiod processes including monthly quarterly and annual closings.

• Ensure timely accurate and reliable financial and operational reporting.

• Develop and mentor accounting staff to ensure professional growth and succession planning.

• Ensure timely accurate preparation and review of financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and local GAAPs.

• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

• Ensure standardization in accounting processes across the region.

• Maintain adherence to internal and external accounting guidelines.

• Lead compliance efforts related to SarbanesOxley corporate policies and finance manuals.

• Provide financial insights and support for business decisionmaking.

• Manage communication with external parties including auditors regulatory bodies and financial institutions.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting department.

• Implement process enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.

• Build and maintain a highperforming accounting team.

• Provide coaching and guidance in key accounting areas.

• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture.

Experience and Competencies

• Masters degree in Finance or Accounting related.

• ACCA certification is a plus

• 10 years of controllership accounting and/or audit experience.

• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and local GAAPs with experience managing statutory financial statements and audits.

• Proven track record as a strong leader of a diverse group of associates and the ability to effectively coach and develop a team.

• Excellent knowledge of English is .

• Proficiency in SAP is .

• Advanced Excel skills .

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively across business functions and manage multiple stakeholders.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive process improvement.

• Strong relationship management and influencing skills.

• Flexibility and adaptability to dynamic business priorities.

• Strong problemsolving skills with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

• Experience working in a highly matrixed crosscultural environment.

• Ability to embrace change and foster a culture of high performance and compliance.

What next

If you would like to join an innovative collaborative and multicultural team please apply now. Your application will be forwarded to a Talent Acquisition Partner who will strive to get back to you as soon as they can. We understand that applying for a new job is a big decision and we will work hard to keep you updated and support you along the way.

About Us:

At Huntsman we pride ourselves on being a peopleoriented organization. Our familylike atmosphere is cultivated by our diverse groups of team members around the world.

We welcome the talent experience and fresh ideas that employees at all stages of their careers from interns to seasoned professionals bring to Huntsman.

In return we offer you the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic industryleading company where safety and ethics always come first.