Finance Manager (all genders)

Location
Berlin
Contract
Full time
Job Category
Finance, Analytics & Controlling

THE ROLE AND THE TEAM

We are looking for a Finance Manager to join the BFO FP&A & Strategy organisation, and specifically with the scope as a business partner to the dynamic Content Solutions business organisation. If you are looking for a role that will give you visibility, and impact - that’s the right one. 

 

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit. 


We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process. 

do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups 

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

  • You’ll be involved in business case modelling for strategic initiatives, and financial performance tracking.

  • You’ll lead and execute Month-End closing process activities, Forecasts and Budget, including reporting and commenting on financial performance for the Content Solutions function.

  • You’ll analyze financial data and variance reports to identify discrepancies and investigate root causes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to obtain necessary information and resolve issues.

  • You’ll work closely with other finance and cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth integration of intercompany processes and support the implementation of new business units initiatives.

  • You’ll have a history of being able to lead processes, handling multiple priorities, and comfortable to collaborate with a diverse cohort of stakeholders.

  • You will work in an expert team of two covering the functional controlling function for Content Solutions (2 business units) in Zalando.

WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

  • You hold a degree (Bachelor, Master) in Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent and you have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Finance roles.

  • You come with a proactive mindset, hands on and eager to continuously learn and improve with an ability to solve problems quickly and in a structured manner.

  • You have a history of being able to lead processes, handling multiple priorities, and comfortable to collaborate with a diverse cohort of stakeholders.

  • Your prior experience demonstrated you are confident with handling the challenges of adapting the accounting, and financial processes. 

  • You are an advanced user of Google products: Sheets, Docs, etc.; SAP or a similar ERP tool.

OUR OFFER 

Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.

  • Employee shares program

  • 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners

  • 2 paid volunteering days a year

  • Hybrid working model with 60% (or more) remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration

  • Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year

  • 27 days of vacation a year to start

  • Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)

  • Family services, including counseling and support

  • Health and wellbeing options (including Wellhub)

  • Mental health support and coaching available

  • Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review

Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us 


 

Recruiter

Nikolett Krisznai

nikolett.krisznai@zalando.de

Please note that all applications from this job page must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via e-mail. Once reviewed, our recruiters will contact applicants via an official Zalando email address (@zalando.de).

In some cases we also work with a selection of headhunters and agencies to fill specific roles. Please note that neither Zalando nor our recruiting partners will ask for any kind of payment to apply for a job or attend an interview.

If you have any questions about our recruitment process, please take a look at our FAQ page.

About Zalando

It’s the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey to build the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce. Help us offer an inspiring and quality multi-brand shopping experience for fashion and lifestyle products to about 50 million active customers in 25 markets. Or be part of our logistic infrastructure, software or service capabilities to help brands and retailers run and scale their entire e-commerce business, on or off Zalando. Join our Zalando ecosystem, to enable positive change for the fashion and lifestyle industry. 

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