Matt Foster

Associate Director

Phone number: UK: +44 115 860 2126

Email: [email protected]

Associate Director

Matt Foster, Associate Director, focuses on serving the Business Processing Outsourcing and Shared Service Centre industries in Central and Eastern Europe, building on his 25 years of experience.

Matt has a great passion for developing client-focused recruiters and is highly skilled in tailoring teams, delivery, and processes to satisfy each client’s unique demands.

Reach out to Matt to leverage his expertise and learn more about our offerings to enhance efficiency and meet your business objectives effectively.

Matt’s Interests:

Matt has an interest in winemaking, gardening, motorsport, and his family as a father of four. He also enjoys travelling and has lived in Budapest and the Middle East.

The Middle East was a previous operation remit for Matt where he covered 12 countries in the region.

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  • Travelling

Matt Foster

Associate Director

Phone number: UK: +44 115 860 2126

Email: [email protected]

Matt Foster, Associate Director, focuses on serving the Business Processing Outsourcing and Shared Service Centre industries in Central and Eastern Europe, building on his 25 years of experience.

Matt has a great passion for developing client-focused recruiters and is highly skilled in tailoring teams, delivery, and processes to satisfy each client’s unique demands.

Reach out to Matt to leverage his expertise and learn more about our offerings to enhance efficiency and meet your business objectives effectively.

Matt’s Interests:

Matt has an interest in winemaking, gardening, motorsport, and his family as a father of four. He also enjoys travelling and has lived in Budapest and the Middle East.

The Middle East was a previous operation remit for Matt where he covered 12 countries in the region.

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  • Winemaking
  • Gardening
  • Motorsport
  • Family
  • Travelling

Matt Foster JOBS

40000
Posted a week ago
Job Title:
Financial Internal Controls Specialist – 

Directly Reports to (solid line):
Global Head of Internal Controls

Job Purpose:


Support the Global Head of Internal Controls in the implementation of COSO based internal controls and the documentation of processes and procedures and its related internal controls worldwide; covering all business units and functions and align to COFCO group requirements. With special focus on GRC tools (segregation of duties) for SAP and non-SAP systems


 

Responsibilities:
  • Support the implementation of Internal Control systems in key end to end processes of Porto shared service center and in CIL Group;
  • Work on the execution of project plans to implement processes and internal controls in collaboration with other departments;
  • Contribute in the preparation, the disclosure and the implementation of a Consolidated Control Framework;
  • Support the implementation of Internal Control process on IT system using GRC tools for SAP and non SAP systems, namely profiles/roles and user access management;
  • Ensure that key controls are in place and effectively executed by the responsible personnel by regular monitoring, with special emphasis on user access management related topics;
  • Contribute to the elaboration, the disclosure and to support the implementation of Segregation of Duties Matrix in the group;
  • Collaborate in the Risk Assessment processes and systems to define global priorities for the Internal Controls function.
 






 

Education, experience, skills:

Education and
Qualifications
 
Degree in Business administration or relevant Information System and/or CIA / CCSA or CISA type of qualification.

 
 
Experience
At least 4 years’ experience in a comparable role preferably in a global organisation.
Proven track record of implementation and or monitoring and developing GRC system (preferably in SAP environment) and ITGC works.
 
 
Skills

 
  • Good Understanding of the SAP GRC and/or GRC for non-SAP systems.
  • Hands on experience in ITGC and SOD matrix.
  • Experience COSO based systems of internal controls; ideally in SOX 404 compliant control systems;
  • Knowledge/ experience in monitoring/auditing SOX 404 based systems of internal controls;
  • Fluent in English;
  • Spanish, Portuguese or Chinese are an advantage

Core Competencies
  • Analytical and structured
  • Systematical and planned way of working, stress resistance
  • Strong communicational skills (listening and explaining (training))
  • Ability to document work, process and procedures verbally and graphically
  • Capability to handle several tasks / projects at the same time
  • High level of ethical conduct
  • Willingness to travel
30000
Posted 6 days ago

Our client is a multinational giant, with over 10,000 employees and operations in over 100 countries. Growing spectacularly year on year, offering plenty of opportunity for progression and real career opportunities.

  • Are you a tech-savvy finance enthusiast with a passion for data visualization? We\'re seeking a dynamic Power BI Finance Specialist to join our client\'s team in Warsaw
  • This is a senior level role, offering hands-on experience and growth opportunities.
  • As a Power BI Finance Specialist, you will play a vital role in transforming our client\'s financial reporting processes. You\'ll work closely with the senior team member to automate monthly declarations and reports using Power BI, replacing traditional Excel-based methods.
  • This role is ideal for a driven individual eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate the preparation of monthly management reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Collaborate with business functions to drive performance improvement initiatives
  • Develop, implement, and maintain performance reports and models, continuously enhancing processes for efficiency and effectiveness
  • Actively participate in the migration of reporting to Power BI, leveraging your expertise to streamline processes and improve data visualization
  • Deliver financial performance reporting to the management team, focusing on presenting key insights clearly and concisely
  • Support the senior team member in various financial reporting tasks, assisting as needed
  • Although a management level role, there is no immediate team to manage.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Bachelor\'s degree in Finance/Accounting/IT or related field, with relevant experience in financial reporting in an international environment
  • EXPERT level of proficiency in Power BI is essential, with working knowledge of Essbase being desirable
  • Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and numerical skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, with a hands-on approach to tasks
  • Flexibility and adaptability to manage ambiguity and thrive in a dynamic work environment
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary: Up to 25,000 Pln per month, plus bonus
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and drive change within the organization
  • Hands-on experience in financial reporting and data visualization, with mentorship from senior team members
  • Dynamic and collaborative work environment, offering opportunities for growth and career development
  • If you\'re ready to take your finance skills to the next level and make a real impact, apply now! Join our client and revolutionize financial reporting with the power of Power BI.

If the role of interest please click apply or reach out to Matt Foster, Associate Director on [email protected].

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EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.