Head of Unit Transaction Processing and Reconciliations

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Description

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• Set the Unit’s objectives, work plans and key operational processes to support the achievement of the Division’s and Directorate’s objectives.
• Plan, organise and supervise the activities of the Unit to ensure an accurate and timely delivery of the Unit’s objectives. Ensure an effective cooperation among team members and the rest of the EIB Group’s staff.
• Lead, motivate and develop the team. Empower team members and lead the team’s appraisal process and talent management program.
• Foster dissemination and cross-fertilization of information within the Unit, Division and Directorate.
• Define and deliver the Unit’s digitalization strategy aimed at increasing overall efficiency, implementing process optimization, automation, and standardisation. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful execution of digital initiatives.
• Develop, maintain, and report on performance indicators for the Unit’s activity.
• Ensure the establishment and maintenance of the Unit’s policies, procedures, and controls in line with best practices and the Bank’s Internal Control Framework.
• Lead projects and/or working groups of horizontal nature in the Bank/EIB Group to establish and maintain appropriate internal cooperation and communication.
• Contribute to the delivery of initiatives that can go beyond the strict boundaries of the Unit’s domain.

• University degree (minimum an equivalent to a Bachelor) preferably in business administration, accounting, finance, or related fields.
• At least 5 years relevant professional experience gained in a multinational organisation.
• Proven track record in leading and developing a team.
• Proven track record in developing and executing process optimisation and digitalisation strategies in the domain of the Unit’s responsibilities.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions, in particular sound knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Expense cycles.
• Knowledge of VAT legislation and general accounting principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and other stakeholders and deliver in a cross-functional environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills as well as strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Sound knowledge of standard MS office tools (especially MS Excel), enterprise resource systems (such as PeopleSoft Financials AP, AR, Expense modules) and reporting solutions (such as Business Objects); knowledge of Accurate Reconciliation will be an advantage.
• Proven experience and/or a certification in project management will be a distinct advantage.
• Understanding of EIB’s mission, activities, organisation, and administrative procedures will be an advantage.
• Excellent knowledge of English and/or French (**), with a good command of the other. (Knowledge of other EU languages would be an advantage).

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