Standardization Project Leader

Summary

Join METRO Global Solution Center as a Project Leader in Finance Standardization PMO and drive transformation in finance. 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, ensuring robust project governance and reporting. Drive transformation by implementing globally harmonized finance processes and best practices. Support the broader project portfolio, including reporting, documentation management, and compliance with internal standards.

Requirements

• 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)
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with modern project management tools such as Wrike, Asana, Monday.com

Benefits

• 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