Head of FP&A Systems and M&A Integration (interim- 12 months contract)

sennder is Europe’s leading digital freight forwarder. In a traditional industry, we are moving fast to digitize and automate all road logistics processes. We move trucks with courage and the power of data to unlock endless and sustainable capacity at exceptional quality. Get to know us better by reviewing our "About Us" presentation.  

We’re looking for an experienced FP&A Systems and M&A Integration Specialist to support our Finance and Accounting teams on a consulting basis for 12 months. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO …

This role will be pivotal in overseeing the consolidation of financials in Planful, developing impactful Looker dashboards for financial reporting, and ensuring seamless post-M&A finance systems integration. You will work with leadership and cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enable data-driven decision-making across the organization.. In this role, you will …

•  Lead the implementation, optimization, and ongoing management of Planful, focusing on financial consolidation, reporting, and modeling. Ensure that financial data is accurately captured and flows smoothly within the system.
•  Build and deploy Looker dashboards that transform complex financial data into easy-to-understand visual reports for leadership and cross-functional teams. Work with internal stakeholders to ensure dashboards meet business needs and are scalable for future reporting.
• Manage the integration of finance systems post-merger, including the alignment and consolidation of financial data within Planful and Looker. Analyze the cost center structure of the newly merged entities and identify synergies to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
•  Lead the automation of key finance processes such as payroll, month-end closing, and reporting. Apply process improvement methodologies to streamline operations, enhance accuracy, and reduce manual effort.
• Communicate effectively with senior leadership, train finance teams on new tools and processes, and manage change to ensure smooth adoption of new systems and workflows.
• Work closely with IT, data teams, and cross-functional departments to ensure smooth data flows and integrations across Planful, Looker, and other systems used within the organization.
• Develop clear documentation for new processes, dashboards, and system configurations. Create user manuals and reports that ensure the team can easily understand and use new systems.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR …

• 10+ years in FP&A or related finance roles, with a strong focus on finance systems implementations
• Hands-on experience with Planful (or similar FP&A software like Adaptive Insights, Host Analytics)
• Experience in post-merger integration (M&A), particularly in aligning finance systems, reporting, and cost structures
• Proven experience in Looker dashboard creation and financial reporting and data visualization
• Strong skills in BI tools like Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling expertise
• Experience with payroll systems and month-end closing processes
• Knowledge of SQL and basic programming concepts
• Familiarity with ERP systems and data integration techniques
  

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT…

At sennder, we want to maximize the individual potential of all employees and reinforce an inclusive culture and environment of continuous learning that empowers people to succeed as a team. In addition to humility, we value commitment, team spirit and respect to build fruitful collaboration across teams. Learn more about who we are on our career site. 

• Fast growth scale-up with an international team of 1000+ people, 74+ nationalities spread across 11 European offices. With English as our common language, we are able to work together.
• Learning and development on the job and with the support of a bi-annual review process, learning allowance, high potential programs, sennder onboarding academy, and internal trainings. 
• Various opportunities to connect with colleagues through regular team events and company get-togethers such as our highly anticipated sennder Summer Camp.
• Prioritize employee engagement and mental well-being by fostering a supportive environment through the Likeminded platform and conducting regular employee satisfaction surveys. 
• Hybrid work model where you seamlessly merge virtual productivity and in-office collaboration with your colleagues. 
• Commuter allowance to assist employees with their daily travel expenses and a one-time home office benefit to ensure that you're properly equipped wherever you work.
• Competitive compensation package including objective-based bonus, referral reward, and in some cases virtual option plan.

We value humility and we're as interested in your character as we are in your talent. Please apply, even if you feel you only meet part of our listed criteria. Diversity drives our innovation and we offer a collaborative, dynamic, and international work environment. Just be yourself. We are excited to meet you and for you to join us in shaping the future of the logistics industry in Europe.

If you have any questions or need special accommodation please reach out to us at [email protected]. As soon as you apply your journey with sennder begins.