About DHL Group And Finance Services

DHL Group the logistics provider of the world with over 590,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around, we have a very clear purpose, and we are: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development, we recognize the difference you bring to our business and together we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain.

Finance Services - Who we are

We are over 700 financial professionals who provide high-quality finance and accounting services to DHL Group. We operate the financial and accounting processes for over 140 units of Express, P&P, Group Functions, Freight, eCommerce and Supply Chain - in Germany, the Alps and beyond. Our payment factory operates for over 800 group units worldwide.

The strengths that define us are shaped by our employees: mature digitalized processes, high-quality services, future-oriented projects and highly satisfied business partners. We are not only the experts for OTC, PTP, RTR, Billing and Master data processes. We develop and operate efficient digital solutions and manage professional projects. We offer expert consulting services and manage hybrid financial processes.

Our mission: We help the Group to become better by making finance easy. We are THE partner organization for finance and accounting.

In summary: Excellence in Financial Services. Simply Delivered.

Ready to immerse yourself in the exciting world of Finance Services Join the team and bring your expertise on board! As part of DHL Group, you will be working with a global network of Finance Services colleagues as well as our business units and divisions and benefit from a wide range of development opportunities. If you are looking for an interesting role in a dynamic and diverse group, join us in our APAC region.

We are looking for an immediate, full-time, permanent position in APAC at Chennai, India.

Job Purpose:

The purpose of this position is to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial data, to lead and enhance the quality of the Master Data & Billing (MDB) processes as well as controlling related requests conducted at the SSC Chennai, and to coordinate and ensure the continuity of exceptional service delivery for all stakeholders.

Your tasks:

Lead and manage a comprehensive range of Master Data, Billing and Controlling activities in daily operations. This includes Billing processes from receiving underlying billing data to invoice posting and Master Data processes from receiving data to correct set-up and distribution across finance systems.
Ensure the high-quality and timely delivery of data for the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the supported group companies under the prescribed guidelines and accounting standards.
Work in collaboration with functional teams to ensure all controls (ICS/CRISP) are performed, assessed, closed, and remediated in timely manner.
Identify and implement any process improvement including effectiveness of existing policies and propose enhancements when necessary.
Coordinate the transition of new activities between global teams (DE to IN).
Responsible for dealing with external/statutory auditors as and when required.
Periodically review manpower needs and back-up plans for MDB & Controlling team to ensure seamless delivery to business partners.
Back-up & support team members as and when needed, showing monitoring abilities as well as management and motivation of the team members.
Prepare, manage, and sustain supervisory and quality review / verification of process SOPs.
Manage team performance, discipline and deliverables, provide guidance and support when required.
Report on team efficiency management to the Location Manager.
Drive and participate in professional projects, including standardization, digitization and automation initiatives.
Quality / Duplication checks
Ensure Lease/LEAP Register maintenance is as per the DHL Group Policy and Systems.
SPOC for all MDB-related issues for global Business Divisions.

Your profile:

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or equivalent experience/qualification. Professional Certification in Accounting/Finance is an advantage.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, including the ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide meaningful insights, are required.
Adaptability and a willingness to learn, especially in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.

Experience Level

Minimum 4 years of Master Data Management experience in a large MNC, with at least 2 years in supervisory or management role.
Experience in manage and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) within the finance department.
Proficient in SAP S4 Hana (esp. MDG)
Demonstrate strong teamwork by actively engaging with team members, sharing knowledge, and providing support where necessary.
Experience in directly supervising a substantial team of 4 or more members within the cluster or country

We offer:

Great opportunity to work for the biggest logistics company in the world
International and virtual environment
Flexibility and great opportunity to learn
Tempting Compensation and benefits

DHL Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

If this is something you would like to do, don't hesitate and start your application.

Team Lead - Master data and Billing

Team Lead - Master data and Billing