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 93,000 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