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Whirlpool Corporation EMEA IT Finance Manager in Grimbergen, Belgium

Requisition ID: 62361

ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit and InSinkErator. In 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

The team you will be a part of

The Information Systems team is responsible for implementation of the enterprise architecture and the development and maintenance of the organization's computing/IT environment. Determines and develops architectural approaches and solutions, conducts business reviews, documents current systems and develops recommendations of how to proceed with the applications.

This role in summary

Lead day-to-day IT support to manage Finance, accounting, month-end, quarter-end, year-end, and intercompany finance processes for the EMEA entities, including the UK.

Your responsibilities will include

  • Provide IT support in the preparation, review, and filing of statutory financial statements for European entities

  • Co-ordination with 3rd parties IT applications, management of deliverables in line with engagement agreements, and management of fees

  • Provide IT support to the finance functions to manage Entity level income statements and balance sheets

  • Provide IT support for the maintenance of internal controls and accounting policies within the European region

  • Provide IT support to intercompany accounting and oversee the recording of entries between group companies

  • Assist with tax compliance and reporting requirements, for both direct and indirect taxes, across Europe

  • Management of day-to-day IT finance operations in Europe as required

  • Other ad hoc finance projects as directed, e.g., analysis of new products and expansions in Europe

  • Lead and oversee IT projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budget, and achievement of desired outcomes

Minimum requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.

  • 8+ years of relevant work experience.

  • Intercompany accounting experience is preferable

  • Exposure to transfer pricing and indirect taxes is preferable

  • Experience working as a liaison between a technical team, functional and end users

  • Demonstrated strong communication skills with the ability to simplify and communicate complex cross-functional issues to multiple audiences

Preferred skills and experiences

  • MBA or Masters in computer science or related field

  • SAP S4 HANA Experience

  • Experience in developing a data modeling strategy

  • PMP or Scrum certification

  • Preferred languages English/Dutch/Italian

What we offer

At Whirlpool we will offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package. As of day one you will have a great variety of responsibilities, while being part of an amazing international, innovative and dynamic organization. Within our organization, there are opportunities to develop and grow, depending on your ambitions; you own your career!

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers (http://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/) . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/WhirlpoolCorp/) , Twitter (http://twitter.com/whirlpoolcorp) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/whirlpool-corporation/life/) , Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/whirlpoolcorp/) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/WhirlpoolCorporation) .

At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

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