Head of Accounting to Reporting (A2R) – Europe

Company Description At Syngenta Group, we're a global community of 56,000 innovators across 90 countries, united by a 250-year legacy of agricultural excellence. As the world's most local agricultural technology partner, we create tailor-made solutions that transform farming while protecting our planet, driven by our commitment to innovation, ethics, and integrity. Through our inclusive environment and diverse perspectives, we pioneer breakthrough solutions for farmers, society, and future generations.

Join our worldwide teams of agricultural pioneers in creating a more resilient and equitable food system for all. Job Description We are looking for an experienced and inspiring Head of Accounting to Reporting (A2R) – Europe to take overall leadership of our European A2R organization. As Head of A2R Europe, you will lead an organization of approximately 50–60 Finance professionals and be a key member of the Finance Operations management team, with overall accountability for the performance, people, transformation and control environment of A2R across Europe.

This is not simply a role managing accounting delivery. You will lead the European A2R function and its leadership team, set direction and priorities, build organizational capability, influence senior stakeholders and translate the global A2R strategy into execution across Europe. You will combine senior people leadership, financial governance, operational excellence and transformation, while ensuring that accounting and reporting across the European organization remains accurate, efficient, well controlled and ready for the future.

Accountabilities: As Head of A2R Europe, you will have end-to-end accountability for the European Accounting to Reporting organization and its performance. Lead the European A2R Organization Provide overall leadership and direction for a 50–60 person European A2R organization, translating global Finance strategy into clear European priorities and execution. Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing and highly engaging A2R organization and leadership team, creating a culture of ownership, accountability and collaboration.

Build the leadership and technical capabilities required for the future of A2R. Set clear objectives, priorities and performance expectations across the organization. Develop talent and succession pipelines and create an environment where people can grow and perform. Represent European A2R within the wider Finance Operations and Global A2R management community and build strong connections with European and global finance leadership.

Own Accounting & Reporting Performance Take overall accountability for General Ledger accounting, period-end close, Group reporting and balance sheet integrity across the European scope. Ensure accurate, timely and properly substantiated financial reporting in line with Syngenta Financial Reporting requirements, IFRS and local statutory requirements. Maintain high standards of balance sheet governance, reconciliation and substantiation.

Ensure high-quality financial analysis and commentary supporting month-end close, lock meetings, balance sheet reviews and management reporting. Ensure Finance decisions are supported by robust financial information and a clear understanding of financial risks and exposures. Support accurate cash-flow forecasting and effective cash-flow management. Be a Senior A2R Partner Act as a senior partner to Business Facing Finance, Finance Operations and other Finance leaders across Europe.

Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across functions, countries and the wider global organization. Represent European A2R in key Finance discussions and provide a clear point of accountability for A2R performance. Translate complex accounting and operational topics into clear business implications and decisions. Influence across the organization to create alignment, resolve issues and deliver sustainable outcomes.

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