Standardization Project Leader

We are the METRO Global Solution Center! Our motto, "We make it count," reflects our belief that accounting is more than just numbers - it's about creating impactful solutions, driving meaningful change, and always counting for more. As a proud member of the METRO/MAKRO family, a leading international wholesaler with over 86,000 employees across 30+ countries, we are committed to excellence and innovation. Our inclusive and diverse community promotes collaboration, personal development, and dedication to achieving our goals together. We’re looking for a Standardization Project Leader who thrives on navigating complexity and delivering results. In this role, you’ll take charge of high-impact projects that streamline and standardize finance processes across a global finance organization. If you're passionate about leading change, delivering excellence and driving improvements that make a real impact, we want to hear from you. Join Us as a Project Leader in Finance Standardization PMO. Drive transformation. Shape finance. Power business. As a Project Leader, you will: Lead end-to-end finance standardization projects , managing scope, budget, timeline, resources, risks, and stakeholder communication Steer cross-functional, cross-regional teams to deliver impactful change across the finance function Harmonize and integrate standardization initiatives across stakeholders and delivery teams Engage directly with executives and ensure robust project governance and reporting Drive transformation by implementing globally harmonized finance processes and best practices Ensure transparency and accountability , maintaining project documentation, tracking progress, and reporting on KPIs and RAG status Support the broader project portfolio , including reporting, documentation management, and compliance with internal standards To succeed in this role, you’ll need: Minimum 2 years of experience leading complex, high-value transformation projects—ideally in a large, global corporate environment Strong finance and business acumen , gained through hands-on experience in finance-related project or program leadership Proven ability to integrate multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams , aligning diverse priorities to achieve shared project goals Recognized project management credentials (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) Familiarity with modern project management tools such as Wrike, Asana, Monday.com (a plus) A university degree (BSc or higher) in Economics, Finance, or Accounting Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills —especially in English, both written and verbal Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and the ability to translate complex data into clear insights A proactive, organized, and collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving skills We provide: Stable employment in an international corporation, which is constantly growing Chance to expand knowledge and experience in various areas Private medical care and group insurance, also for family members Cash benefits as part of the Social Benefits Fund, i.e., Christmas allowance A monthly salary supplement for knowing an additional language Co-financed sports card Team and company integrations after hours Hybrid or remote work