Global Process Analyst, R2R

As a Global Process Analyst, R2R at Konecranes, you'll be responsible for gathering and documenting requirements from business units, driving process improvements, and implementing new tax add-on tools in SAP, particularly focusing on VAT processes. You'll also test and document solutions, support end-users with training, and manage finance development projects.

To qualify for the Global Process Analyst, R2R role at Konecranes, candidates should have a relevant academic degree in economics, previous experience in accounting and finance process development, especially in VAT, and familiarity with SAP systems. Strong communication skills and proficiency in English are essential, with additional language skills being a plus.

The Global Process Analyst, R2R at Konecranes will enjoy a hybrid-remote work environment based in Hyvinkää or Espoo, Finland. You will be part of a global team focused on finance transformation, fostering collaboration and innovation while enjoying flexibility that supports work-life balance.

In the Global Process Analyst, R2R role, you will directly contribute to Konecranes' Finance Transformation by leading the development of finance processes, especially as the company transitions to SAP S/4. Your work will streamline indirect tax processes, enhance system functionalities, and support user engagement through training and documentation.

Konecranes provides a comprehensive benefits package for the Global Process Analyst, R2R role, including performance-based incentives, occupational healthcare, and a flexible work environment. You will also have access to free gym facilities at our offices and opportunities for professional growth within a diverse and supportive team.

In your answer, discuss specific instances where you applied your VAT knowledge in prior roles, particularly in process development, compliance, or SAP settings, emphasizing your ability to contribute effectively to Konecranes' finance transformation.

Be prepared to share your experience with tools like SAP, specifically pertaining to VAT setup, and any project management tools like Jira. Touch on successful projects where these tools helped streamline processes or enhance compliance.

Highlight your collaborative approach to communication, emphasizing techniques like workshops, interviews, and surveys to ensure alignment and understanding among all stakeholders involved in the requirement-gathering process.

Explain how you assess project urgency and impact, the importance of clear prioritization frameworks, and your personal methods for managing time and resources effectively, particularly in the context of finance development projects.

Choose an example that demonstrates your problem-solving skills. Discuss how you assessed the challenges, involved stakeholders to gain insights, and what strategies you implemented to overcome the obstacles successfully.

Discuss your approach to training, including developing user manuals, conducting training sessions, and gathering feedback to ensure users feel confident with new systems like SAP S/4, emphasizing the importance of knowledge retention.

Share examples from your previous roles where you identified inefficiencies in finance processes and implemented improvements, detailing the tools and frameworks utilized to achieve harmonization across business units.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning, whether through professional societies, webinars, courses, or industry publications. Highlighting specific resources demonstrates your dedication to staying knowledgeable, particularly regarding VAT.

Reflect on your passion for finance, enthusiasm for technology advancement, and how contributing to a global organization like Konecranes aligns with your career aspirations and desire to make a real impact.

Outline how the Global Process Analyst, R2R position aligns with your goals of growing in the finance domain and IT processes, and how you envision contributing to Konecranes while continuing to develop your skills and expertise.