Senior FP&A Manager (all genders)

The Senior FP&A Manager role is an integral part of the Group FP&A team which ensures company-wide value creation based on Zalando's long-term strategy and goals. Your role will be to lead planning and forecasting, refine processes, and deliver actionable insights to senior leadership, including the executive team.

The role demands strong financial modeling, project management, and data analysis skills, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively across teams to optimize planning frameworks. We are looking for a motivated self-starter with proven analytical skills, strong corporate finance and quantitative skills and keen interest in Zalando’s business. If you are ready to make a measurable impact on Zalando’s growth and strategy, we want to hear from you.

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 driving and maintaining financial forecasts, encompassing monthly, quarterly, annual budgets, and long-term strategic plans (e.g., 5-year plans).

• You’ll oversee the execution of FP&A strategies, including project management, digital transformation, tool implementation, and the development of initiatives like KPI dashboards.

• You’ll take a group perspective to challenge business leaders and finance partners, while providing recommendations, and driving actions based on financial analysis.

• You’ll ensure the accuracy and quality of planning and reporting data, collaborating with business and finance stakeholders to foster continuous improvement.

• You’ll enhance FP&A process management to foster effective partnerships between finance and business, focusing on innovation, reducing manual tasks, and resolving inefficiencies.

• You’ll manage work streams independently and lead projects in Finance Performance Management, also with a cross-functional focus.

• You’ll independently build tailored financial models and analyses that drive insights and support specific management recommendations regarding unique business issues on an ad-hoc basis.

WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

• You have a degree (Bachelor, Master, MBA) in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or an equivalent field along with 5+ years of relevant professional experience.

• or an equivalent field along with 5+ years of relevant professional experience.

• You come with advanced financial modelling and data analysis skills, with proficiency in Excel and Google Suite and experience using financial planning tools.

• You possess strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and deliver results under tight deadlines.

• You have excellent collaboration and communication skills, with experience in engaging stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives. 

• You convince with the ability to synthesize complex data and strategies into clear, actionable insights and compelling presentations.

• You stand out with your strategic mindset with a focus on driving process improvements, enhancing forecasting accuracy, and optimizing financial planning frameworks.

• You come with a proven ability to excel in fast-paced and evolving environments, effectively managing multiple priorities while maintaining a keen eye for detail.

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If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

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% 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 Gympass)

• Mental health support and coaching available

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