GFS Manager F&A Assets

Your Tasks

• Functional and disciplinary leadership of an international Finance & Accounting Fixed Assets team in Global Finance Services (GFS)
• Ensure accurate and timely accounting for fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and transfers in accordance with IFRS and local GAAP.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing activities related to fixed assets, ensuring compliance with tax and statutory requirements.
• Monitor and steer operational performance (quality & efficiency KPIs: AHS, ATS, SLA, Genpact) within the Fixed Assets scope.
• Drive harmonization, standardization, and optimization of fixed asset processes across regions.
• Support and contribute to global and regional project roll-outs impacting Fixed Assets (coordination, facilitation, post-implementation optimization).
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and internal controls related to fixed assets.
• Act as a business partner for local finance organizations on all fixed asset-related topics.
• Recruit, manage, coach and develop the Fixed Assets team to foster high performance and engagement.

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Several years of experience in Accounting, with a strong focus on Record-to-Report (RTR) and Fixed Assets processes.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams in an international environment.
• In-depth knowledge of fixed asset accounting under IFRS and local GAAP.
• Strong expertise in SAP FI/CO and familiarity with asset subledger functionality.
• Understanding of related process interfaces (e.g., MM for asset procurement, SD for disposals, BI for reporting).
• Excellent process orientation and continuous mindset.
• Ability to operate effectively in an international and intercultural environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.

At Beiersdorf, we want to help people feel good about their skin – and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin, La Prairie, Hansaplast, and Labello. We act according to our purpose, WE CARE BEYOND SKIN, and take responsibility for our consumers, our employees, the environment and society.

Behind every brand, every product and every accomplishment are our more than 20,000 employees. It is for them that we live an inclusive culture of respect and trust that is strongly aligned with our values – CARE, COURAGE, SIMPLICITY and TRUST. We also embrace diversity by valuing the uniqueness of each individual and being committed to equal opportunities for all.

If you have any questions, please contact our recruiter Carina Huesmann.