WHY IS THIS ROLE IMPORTANT?
You will be joining the Global Accounting Operations (GAO) team in Global Finance Center Krakow (Poland), which provides a wide range of complex accounting services. The team gives senior stakeholders financial tools and information they need to make an effective analyzes and transparent reporting. From Expense Accounting, Operational Losses, Close and Consolidation, Accounts Receivable, Treasury Accounting processes, controlling, analysis to reporting to multiple State Street Bank locations across the world help our business partners create more effective strategic solutions and act on revenue growth opportunities.
Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Managing Global Accounting Operations team in Global Finance Center (Poland)
- Developing, leading and motivating local management team
- Liaison between GAO and Business Unit / Material Legal Entity Controllers, Reg. Reporting, FP&A
- Partner with BU Controller to ensure appropriate controls are in place
- Prioritize initiatives with BU Controller, and across GAO, to ensure focus area alignment
- End to end delivery of finance and accounting services to assigned stakeholders
- Act as an escalation point within GAO for issues affecting BU
- Provide GAO subject matter expertise in business and entity specific matters
- Translate business requirements into standardized processes, work with GPOs on impact and ensure changes are communicated
- Support process improvement and productivity efforts, together with GPOs, and ensure local execution
- Oversee & monitor processes ensuring they are compliant with local requirements
- Work with Risk & Outsourcing Governance offices to monitor and control the risk of outsourced functions
- Share best practices to implement a strong and robust control environment
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- At least 12 years of professional experience in Finance and Accounting area
- Very good knowledge of accounting principles and practices (general ledger, financial accounting reporting, controlling)
- Very good knowledge of MS Office is necessary
- Advanced Language skills: written and verbal in English, German or Italian would be an asset
- Excellent communications, organization, interpersonal and analytical skills
- An ability to adhere to multiple deadlines, with good time management and the ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
- Engagement and ownership
- An innovative and structured approach to work, coupled with an ability to continuously identify and implement process improvements
- A willingness to take ownership of problems and an ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization.
We offer
- Employee savings plan;
- Premium life insurance package;
- Gold medical package;
- International operating environment;
- Language classes;
- Soft skills trainings;
- Technical workshops;
- Development sessions with a mentor;
- Diversity of opportunities across a range of challenging and highly complex activities;
- Technical or leadership career pathway
Are you the right candidate? Yes
We honestly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we do not necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers