EMEA Assistant Financial Controller

Job Description

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Andrex®, and Scott® and Kimberly-Clark Professional® At Kimberly-Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact. 

This role will be part of Kimberly Clark's International Family Care and Professional (IFP) business—an organization rooted in purpose and innovation that has built a legacy with global impact. As Kimberly-Clark forms a strategic partnership with Suzano to create a world-class international tissue and professional products company, this role is proposed to transfer to the new venture once the transaction closes, anticipated in mid-2026, subject to consultation and other applicable legal requirements. This is a rare opportunity to help shape a new global leader backed by two industry powerhouses. You’ll be part of a high-potential business that combines Kimberly-Clark’s iconic brands and commercial excellence with Suzano’s industrial and sustainability leadership. 

About You

You will support the EMEA FC & Assistant Controller and help serve as one of the single points of contact for the IFP Corporate Controller’s Office with respect to controls, technical accounting, and financial reporting. The EMEA Assistant FC will serve as an advisor to the EMEA IFP business, Global Business Services (“GBS”), Operations, and Centres of Excellence (“COE”) to help support accounting and reporting integrity and drive an effective controls and compliance program. This individual will also be a change agent and lead value-driving activities across the function.

The Assistant FC will be provide strong support to the EMEA FC & Assistant Controller in terms of reviewing the completeness and accuracy of statutory financial statements prepared according to local regulations, providing technical accounting support and guidance in terms of both US GAAP as well as local statutory reporting, and leading strategic value-driving projects. Additionally, the Analyst will partner with the business and functional teams to evaluate and recommend control improvements in their processes, and where applicable, he or she will also engage in discussion of proposed audit findings and provide advice on remediation and will facilitate management testing.

Key customers for this position are Finance and Controllership, Regional and Global Leadership, EMEA BU Finance, External and Internal auditors, Global Business Services (“GBS”) & Business Control & Process Owners, as well as Internal Control Team Members.

• Work closely with the EMEA FC & Assistant Controller to help provide counsel and advice to corporate staff, operating units and others on effects of accounting and reporting rules and regulations

Be a change-agent and lead strategic projects initially focused on the integration of the IFP business into a Joint Venture for KC and Suzano

Serve as the face of the Controller’s Office to the business for all internal control questions, interpretations or issues in the region

Provide guidance and support to the business in terms of interpretation of CFI and answering of relevant queries.

Support in the effort to review and provide feedback on statutory financial statements prepared according to local requirements to ensure they reflect complete and accurate financial information.

Work with process owners on corporate initiatives and new or changed processes to ensure controls are addressed adequately and efficiently.

Work with process owners/testers to ensure that management testing is executed as expected, including updating of master data, evaluation of test results, and development of remediation plans.

Work with process owners to ensure their remediation plans for issues identified appropriately address the relevant risks, and follow-up to ensure remediation is completed timely.

Engage in and lead activities and initiatives to raise the awareness and knowledge level of internal controls and provide targeted and/or general training to employees related to their internal control responsibilities.

Perform analyses and special studies as needed.

Qualification Requirements

A strong and consistent understanding of finance and controls is required for this position, typically obtained through strong relevant business, accounting, external audit, and/or internal controls experience. Specifically, you must have working knowledge of financial accounting and reporting, a strong accounting knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS, SOX requirements, internal controls and common practices, and external audit and internal control principles.

The ideal candidate will have broad and expert knowledge of internal controls theory, practices and procedures, typically experiences associated with a Big Four public accounting firm.

You will have strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities, and competing time demands, with an enthusiasm for projects and process development/improvement. He/she must also have strong oral, written, and presentation skills to deliver effective communications and presentations.

Required Skills & Experience

• A university qualification of an undergraduate degree or better, preferably in Finance, Accounting or Economics. Additional professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) highly desired.
• Strong business and finance experience in a multinational context
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken is essential
• Exposure to major ERP system, preferably SAP; Hyperion exposure desirable
• Practical knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS reporting would be an asset
• Prior experience in audit (or cooperation with auditors) beneficial
• Excellent communication, influencing and coordination skills
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Advanced Excel skills
  
  

lex That Works at Kimberly-Clark

We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

To Be Considered

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And finally, the fine print….

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers.  

When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. 

Employment is subject to verification of local policies.

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Primary Location

Walton Oaks

Additional Locations

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time