Head of the International Shared Services Center (Accounting) (m/w/d)

From Ukraine to Europe: Nova Post Europe already operates in 16 countries and continues to grow every day.

Our team is united by the desire to move forward, achieve results, and open up new opportunities together.

We are looking for people who want to create more — a large-scale European project born in Ukraine.

We are currently looking for a Head of the International Shared Services Center (Accounting).

Tasks

What you will be doing:

• Establishing and Scaling the SSC: Organizing a unified accounting center for an international group expanding into new markets;
• Standardization & Compliance: Ensuring high-quality, timely accounting in line with Group policy and international standards (IFRS);
• Process Modernization: Standardizing primary document workflows, master-data directories (ISO 8000 principles), and cost allocation methodologies;
• Fast Close & Reporting: Managing month-end closing calendars, ensuring 100% reconciliation of intragroup transactions, and preparing consolidation packages;
• Efficiency & Robotization: Identifying manual operations to implement "quick wins" (RPA, light automation) and reducing execution time for recurring processes by 30-70%;
• Partner Management: Coordinating with local outsourcing providers to ensure accurate tax filing and statutory reporting;
• Quality Control: Reporting monthly to the Group CFO on accounting quality, error rates, and team productivity dashboards.

Requirements

You are our candidate if:

• You have 7+ years of relevant finance and accounting experience;
• You have a proven track record in mid-level or senior management roles within Shared Service Centers (SSC) of international companies;
• You have managed accounting support for at least 5 active operating companies across different jurisdictions;
• You possess in-depth knowledge of IFRS and hands-on experience preparing reporting packages and managing complex accounting transformations;
• You have a successful history of increasing productivity through automation, standardization, and robotization;
• You have experience managing large teams (the current structure includes 4 teams with up to 50 employees total);
• You hold a higher degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics;
• Your English level is Fluent;
• Bonus points: Experience in Big 4 audit/consulting, familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, or progress toward ACCA/CPA certifications;
• Personal traits: You have analytical rigor, a "hands-on" approach, and the ability to drive change through collaboration and influence.

Benefits

We offer:

• We provide equipment for comfortable and efficient work;
• Flexible Location: The primary location is Berlin, but we are open to candidates based in Ukraine or other European countries;
• With us, you can develop your skills, participate in new projects, and grow within the company. Our team is united by professionalism, trust, and a common goal.

It all starts with the first step. Send your resume today — it’s time to make a difference together.