SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – “when you need to be sure” – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.
Job DescriptionAs a Global Process Expert you will serve as a deep subject matter expert (SME) in end-to-end finance processes, supporting cross-functional integration between Record to Report (R2R), Procure to Pay (P2P), Order to Cash (O2C), and related finance operations. This role works closely with process owners, optimization teams, technology, and regional stakeholders to standardize, document, improve, and support the global deployment of finance processes.
Key responsibilities:
1. Develop and maintain detailed end-to-end process documentation (Level 4/5) for R2R and related finance processes
2. Act as SME for process design, supporting global harmonization and standardization initiatives
3. Analyze process data and identify opportunities for simplification, control improvement, and automation
4. Support the Global Process Owner (GPO) and Optimization Expert (GPOE) in transformation programs and digital finance initiatives
5. Conduct impact assessments and provide business requirements for ERP enhancements and process technology tools
6. Partner with regional and local finance teams to ensure global process compliance with local regulations
7. Lead or support process testing, training, and change management efforts during new deployments or update
8. Monitor process performance and support KPI design and validation
9. Maintain the global finance process taxonomy and ensure alignment across systems and documentation
10. Facilitate knowledge sharing, user guidance, and best practice forums
QualificationsRequired Experience:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
- Proven experience in finance operations or shared services, including deep process experience in P2P
- Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, Oracle), financial close systems (e.g., BlackLine, Trintech), and process mapping tools (e.g., Signavio)
- Familiarity with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills
Desirable Skills:
- Process Mapping & SOP Development
- Financial Controls & Compliance
- KPI and SLA Development
- Process Testing & Training Support
- Good communication and matrix stakeholders management
- Analytical Thinking
- Ability to reconcile global standards with local needs
- Ability to bridge finance, operations, and technology
Additional Information
Why SGS?
- Opportunity to work with a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Join Us: At SGS, we are dedicated to fostering an open, friendly, and supportive culture that thrives on teamwork. We value diversity and provide endless opportunities to learn, grow your expertise, and fulfill your potential.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
- Proven experience in finance operations or shared services
- Deep Procure to Pay process experience
- Strong working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA or Oracle
- Working knowledge of financial close systems such as BlackLine or Trintech
- Working knowledge of process mapping tools such as Signavio
- Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma process improvement methodologies
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills
- Process mapping and SOP development
- Financial controls and compliance experience
- KPI and SLA development experience
- Process testing and training support experience
- Matrix stakeholder management experience
- Ability to reconcile global standards with local requirements
- Ability to bridge finance, operations, and technology
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.
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