Global Finance Process Owner | Purchase to Pay

Passion - you have it. For people, the EV revolution, our products, and align with our sustainable mission to improve the society we live in. Your passion is energetically fuelled into exceptional finance analytics skills.


Are you a driven and proactive professional with a passion for leading change, streamlining finance processes, and driving impactful initiatives? Join Polestar’s newly founded Global Finance Transformation team as our next Global Process Owner for Purchase to Pay and be part of our journey toward creating a more sustainable future.

The Opportunity

As part of the Global Finance Transformation team within Polestar Group Finance, you will join a dynamic process team comprising process owners and developers across various finance areas. Together, we focus on enhancing, standardizing, and optimizing finance processes in a fast-paced and innovative environment. You will report to the Global Finance Process Owner within Finance and have one direct report.

In this role, you will oversee and develop the Purchase to Pay processes, with a focus on the sub-processes within finance.  You will work closely with our Purchasing department, to secure an optimized end-to-end process and to be able to deliver efficient and compliant finance processes, while working on improvements or supporting the organisation in various project. 

To be successful in this role, you will need to collaborate and build networks within the organisation and at the same time truly enjoy the challenge to drive your own initiatives. Together with us, you can enhance your own professional skills, develop yourself, grow and drive change together with committed people.

The Responsibilities

• Process Leadership: Develop and optimize Purchase to Pay processes globally, striving for standardization and efficiency.
• Documentation: Create and enhance process flow documentation.
• Automation & Innovation: Identify and implement automation opportunities with internal stakeholders and digital teams to improve accuracy and reduce manual effort.
• Compliance: Ensure processes adhere to internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Participate in prioritization forums and collaborate on finance-related development initiatives.
• Project Involvement: Define and manage business requirements related to the Purchase to Pay process, contributing to finance and cross-functional projects.
• Data Governance: Establish and maintain governance over finance master data to ensure integrity and compliance.

The Ideal Candidate

You’re a proactive, analytical team player who excels in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You have exceptional communication skills and a knack for connecting with stakeholders across various functions. In addition, you bring:

• Education & Experience:
  • University degree in Finance or Business Administration.
  • At least 5 years of experience in Invoice to Pay or Accounts Payable processes within international or Shared Service Center settings.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in ERP systems like SAP S4HANA and Workday.
  • Familiarity with AP automation tools such as Readsoft, Mediusflow, and VIM.
  • Experience in process development or project management is a plus.
• Compliance Knowledge:
  • Good understanding of financial compliance, including taxes, VAT, and the differences between local GAAP and IFRS.
• Industry Insight:
  • A good grasp of automotive operations is advantageous.

Is this you?  If you are interested in joining the Polestar family don’t wait to submit your application! We’re reviewing candidates on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

Are you ready for the journey? (It’s electric, by the way.)