Global Process Owner – P2P (d/f/m)

Adevinta launched a Finance transformation initiative to move Adevinta Finance to a new operating model, with Local and Centralized finance functions (e.g. RTR, PTP and OTC) and one global BPO partner with base in Cluj Romania and Bangalore India.

We established our Global Headquarters in Barcelona when Adevinta was created in 2019. Here you’ll find most of our Central Functions teams, although we also have people based in our other main hubs in Paris, Amsterdam and Berlin.

This role is sit in our Finance Operations division, reports to the Global Finance Operations Director, is located in Barcelona and will be based in a hybrid model of 2-3 days in the office.

As FinOps GPO you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end financial reporting and accounting processes globally (RTR), overseeing and optimizing end-to-end procurement and payment processes across our global organization (PTP), as well as lead and optimize end-to-end order management, billing, collections, and revenue recognition processes on a global scale (OTC). This responsibility will be shared between 3 GPO peers.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of RTR, OTC and PTP processes, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of driving process improvements, process automation, with a transformational and continuous improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assume ownership of the end-to-end Finance Operations (RTR, OTC & PTP) process globally, encompassing financial reporting, accounting & close processes, Billing, Collections and Revenue Recognition and PTP process landscape (vendor management, invoice processing, payment processes, Travel & Expenses).
2. Support and lead the Finance Transformation initiatives in 2025 for PTP to achieve new TOM.
3. Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the RTR, OTC and PTP process landscape, ensuring alignment with global accounting standards, regulatory requirements and Target Operating Model.
4. Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and communicate a strategic vision for the FinOps process aligned with organizational goals.
5. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, timeliness and compliance within the FinOps process.
6. Provide leadership to cross-functional teams involved in the FinOps processes, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented culture to ensure consistency and alignment in processes execution within our BPO Partner.
7. Maintain and develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics (SLAs) to monitor the performance of the FinOps processes within BPO.
8. Implement and maintain effective controls to mitigate risks associated with the FinOps processes.
9. Collaborate with IT and Finance Systems teams to leverage technology solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FinOps processes.

Qualifications:

1. 5+ years of experience.
2. Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA etc.) with post qualified experience - We will consider candidates who are qualified by experience.
3. FinOps Global Process Owner role within a centralized service organization and BPO partner.
4. Management experience within an outsourced or shared services FinOps functions.
5. Experience of transitions toward new Target Operating Model as part of a Finance Transformation program.
6. Thorough understanding and strong experience of FinOps processes.
7. Significant experience and use of ERP software (SAP) and automation tools.
8. Fluent in English (Other European languages a plus i.e. Spanish, French).