Statutory Project Manager (m/f/d)

It is anticipated that this role will require an 24 month period commitment. Initially it will focus on processes and implementing the delivery of centralized audits in the centralized locations for specific balance sheet categories for the y/e 2024 audits (audited in 2025). The remaining balance sheet categories and standardization will occur in the second half of this role. In addition, the role is responsible to ensure the structure is fully robust and repeatable for future years. Ensure knowledge transfer and documentation is standardized Ensure standard and repeatable processes are in place for each balance sheet category to ensure the data EY need at an EMEA level for the audits is deliverable and in the format required (aligned with the EY playbook) In conjunction with the SAS Stat & Tax lead, ensure EY and EMEA partners are fully aligned with the set up of this new model. Ensure role and responsibilities are clearly defined between the central delivery team, the Stat & Tax SAS and the EY audit teams Ensure there is a clear and fully understood process in place to deal with EY audit queries with clear ownership and responsibilities Provide full oversight to this new structure to ensure it is delivering as agreed for the y/e 2024/25 audits, identify lessons learned and resolve items Finance or Equivalent Business Degree or Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) 7-10 years of experience in all aspects of financial processes and a strong understanding of statutory/audit Proven experience in standardization of activity and on-going process improvement Multi-national and multi-cultural experience Excellent English language skills Lean or Six sigma experience helpful Strong System Knowledge (Oracle/SAP) Digital mindset, understanding of IT Tools Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Strong influencing skills Change management and process improvement mindset Solution orientated Ability to operate and deliver independently Proactive and takes the initiative Agile mindset - very open to change Enthusiastic and action orientated