FP&A Global Process Optimization Lead

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This position reports to

Head of FP&A Governance and Operations

Your role and responsibilities

Group Plan-to-Deliver (P2D) is the FP&A-related global process organization responsible for establishing the group-wide governance and process foundations to enable and support ABB value creation through planning, managing performance, and providing actionable insights to Business partners, Group leadership and Investors. This includes developing group policies, processes and competencies, unlocking value from process improvement, transformation, and digital automation. As the FP&A Global Process Optimization Lead, you will be reporting to the Head of FP&A Governance and Operations / Group Plan-to-Deliver Global Process Owner, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. You will spearhead the development and optimization of the Group P2D global process organization and shape the current and future organization. Working closely with the Group Plan-to-Deliver Global Process Owner, you will be responsible for supporting development of the process vision, operational process roadmap, and operating model as well as driving key process optimization initiatives within the scope of the process organization. While the preference is to have the role located in Zurich, we will consider suitable candidates globally. Over time, your scope of process ownership may change as our processes mature hence, we are looking for a team member who is willing to grow within the Group P2D global process organization. Key responsibilities of this role include: • Maturity Assessment: Support Global Process Owner in finalization of maturity assessment across the current scope of Group Plan-to-Deliver activities including, but not limited to, Management Reporting, Planning, Performance Management, and Governance, leveraging relevant external sources. • Process Vision & Roadmap: Support Global Process Owner in finalization of process vision and creating an operational roadmap for achieving such vision over the short-, medium- and long-term. • Operating Model Design: Design a fit-for-purpose operating model, including organizational structure and technology roadmap, for the Group Plan-to-Deliver global process organization that best supports the process vision & roadmap. This operating model should support in embedding the outcomes of the Plan-to-Deliver Finance Transformation into the business-as-usual global process organization and operations. • Project Management: Lead and initiate projects that deliver process optimization within the relevant process scope. Ensure timely reporting and actionable plans to drive agreed outcomes. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various cross-functional teams, including but not limited to Group and Business FP&A teams, the Finance Process, Data and Systems team, and other global process organizations in order to deliver above objectives and other key initiatives within the relevant process scope. The work model for the role is: {hybrid} {insert Linkedin #}

Qualifications for the role

• Suitable candidates will possess following main qualifications:
• Bachelor’s level degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration, with a minimum of ten years of experience in finance process-oriented roles, including process design; Big 4 or BPO driven transformation experience is beneficial
• Deep understanding of processes as well as functional familiarity with technology solutions related to financial planning & analysis and planning and performance management
• Strategic thinking in developing, prioritizing and implementing process improvements
• Proven expertise in managing complex projects with a focus on delivering results
• International work experience obtained in a multinational company in the industrial sector, with significant knowledge of ABB’s finance landscape a significant advantage
• Fluent in English, other languages are an added advantage
• Strong communication skills including experience working across multiple levels including executive level, functions and regions; able to deliver message effectively verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with personnel at all organizational levels and across functions as well as contributing to a team
• Cultural sensitivity, self-motivated and used to working in a dynamic and fast paced environment with aspirations of career growth within the company
• Willingness to work virtually and collaborate with colleagues located in different geographies

More about us

We value people from different backgrounds. Apply today for your next career step within ABB and visit www.abb.com to learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory For US candidates only: While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between USD 159’000 and USD 265’000 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.