Project Manager - Finance

About Holcim

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure, and improved living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. Together with our 60,000 talented and passionate people around the world, we are building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates, and Solutions & Products.

Who is Holcim European Business Services?

Holcim European Business Services (EBS) is the internal Shared Service Center of Holcim for the European region, based in Kosice, Slovakia.

With a team of over 330 employees representing more than 20 nationalities, EBS provides a comprehensive range of financial & administrative services to the 23 countries of Holcim across Europe. These services encompass Reporting, Controlling, Accounting & Consolidation, Invoicing, Treasury, Procurement, HR administration, Recruitment, Payroll, Data Analytics, Sustainability and several others.  

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager working and supporting the finance team, R2R (Record to Report) team in Holcim EBS. The right person will lead and manage finance-related projects across our international operations. This role requires a proven ability to oversee complex financial projects, navigate ambiguity, and deliver results efficiently. Reporting directly to the Head of R2R, you will work within a fast-paced, dynamic environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful financial initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the main project management expert in the department, driving and executing projects in the finance areas, such as new technology onboarding, efficiency analysis, process improvement projects, mergers and acquisitions and new client/services onboarding.
• Define and manage project scope, objectives, and timelines, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Anticipate resource requirements and manage them effectively to achieve project deliverables.
• Develop and oversee detailed project schedules and work plans for finance-related initiatives.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project progress, challenges, and adjustments.
• Monitor and analyze project performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions for projects.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and decision-making documents for senior management, visualizing current and future financial project statuses.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks or issues affecting project delivery, ensuring timely resolution.
• Act as a knowledge resource, offering advice and support across finance projects and contributing to cross-stream actions.
• Support your fellow leaders in the Finance team in delivering their projects such as Mergers and Acquisitions integrations, new scope onboarding and technology implementations.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in managing financial projects or similar roles within an international organization. Previous experience of min 1 year in project management environment.
• Proficiency with project management tools and software.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and project frameworks.
• English proficiency at an upper-intermediate (B2) level or higher.
• Highly autonomous, flexible, and proactive with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to speak data, express data in slides and create impactful presentations.
• Analytical mindset with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to handle ambiguity and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

At Holcim, we are passionate about finding better ways to build. Innovation and improvement are at the core of what we do. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to shape a career that suits you while contributing to a more sustainable planet. We embrace diverse perspectives and encourage collaboration to ensure everyone thrives in a culture of inclusion and excellence.

Diversity and Inclusion

Holcim is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, nationality, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.