Record to Report Subject Matter Expert

What you will do with us

We are looking for an experienced R2R Subject Matter Expert to drive excellence across end-to-end Record-to-Report processes. In this role, you will leverage deep accounting and process expertise to standardize operations, strengthen controls, and lead continuous improvement and transformation initiatives. You will also act as the owner of the R2R control framework and a key advisor across Finance.

Process Ownership & Standardization

• Act as SME for end-to-end R2R processes, policies, and accounting topics
• Design and implement future-state process models
• Own and maintain process documentation (DTPs, process maps, blueprints)
• Define SLAs and ensure alignment with global standards

Continuous Improvement & Automation

• Identify inefficiencies and drive process optimization, automation, and digitalization
• Support productivity targets and eliminate non-value-added activities
• Define and manage R2R KPIs and best practices

Systems & SAP Expertise

• Act as SAP (FI/CO) champion within R2R
• Drive system improvements in collaboration with IT
• Support system configuration and deliver user trainings

Accounting Expertise

• Provide deep knowledge across GL, Fixed Assets, Lease Accounting (IFRS 16), Bank Accounting, and reporting
• Support complex accounting topics and ensure high-quality outputs
• Deliver technical accounting trainings

Controls & Compliance

• Own the R2R internal control framework
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations
• Support audits and drive remediation actions

Projects & Transformation

• Lead or support R2R transformation projects, system implementations, and migrations
• Support UAT and ensure sustainable adoption of changes

Stakeholder Management

• Act as trusted advisor to Finance teams and Team Leads
• Collaborate with Controlling, IT, Audit, and PMO
• Support escalation handling and complex issue resolution

What you will bring with you

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA is a plus)
• 5+ years of GL/R2R experience and 3+ years in audit
• Experience in process improvement, transformation, or projects
• Shared Services or multinational environment experience
• Strong SAP FI/CO knowledge + finance tools (e.g. BlackLine, Trintech, BPC, HFM, SAC)
• Advanced MS Office skills

• Strong accounting knowledge (Balance Sheet & P&L)
• Analytical mindset and structured problem-solving
• Ability to influence stakeholders
• Digitalization and continuous improvement mindset
• Fluent English (German is a plus)

Why join us?

•    The love of animals is our Fressnapf DNA – if you have a dog, you can bring him/her to work with you
•    Unique corporate culture – with us you will experience openness, transparency and appreciation in an innovative, dynamic environment – because we love what we do
•    Here you can be YOU, the “you” culture will be used across entire company and across all hierarchical levels
•    An extremely successful business model in combination with permanent expansion and high growth, even in uncertain times
•    Work-life balance and flexible working hours – with us you have the opportunity use the advantages of mobile working (2-3 days/week in the office)
•    Because you deserve it! – Attractive remuneration as well as various additional services and benefits, e.g. employee discounts or cafeteria scheme, are a matter of course for us
•    Stay connected! – Cohesion is very important to us: with the employee app or digital
•    We Care! – The well-being of our employees is important to us
•    Your development is important to us – we support you with a wide range of learning opportunities