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(Junior) Manager Strategic FP&A (m/d/f)

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Personio

18d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • Munich

AI generated summary

  • You have 2+ years in finance, strong financial modeling skills, cash flow forecasting experience, and excellent communication. A degree in finance/accounting is needed; a master’s or CFA is a plus.
  • You will manage multi-year financial modeling, ensure budget accuracy, forecast cash flows, lead the budgeting process, and validate strategic initiatives through collaboration and analysis.

Requirements

  • You have +2 years of relevant work experience, within a Big Four company, Investment Banking or in a role with a strong emphasis on financial modeling, budgeting and financial planning.
  • You have proven experience in financial modeling, with the ability to develop and refine complex integrated financial models in Excel or Google Sheets.
  • You have experience with cash flow forecasting, with understanding of the specifics of SaaS business models featuring recurring revenue streams is a plus.
  • You demonstrate experience working cross-functional with colleagues across different departments and hierarchies with a keen interest in project & stakeholder management, driving consensus and solving issues.
  • You have a structured and reliable work approach with a high standard for accuracy in results, complemented by pro-active work ethic and a strong hands-on mentality.
  • You possess strong analytical skills with the ability to understand complex financial relationships and consistently think ahead in processes, foreseeing and addressing potential risks and roadblocks to ensure error-free and timely outcomes.
  • You have excellent communication skills and assertiveness, with significant interpersonal expertise.
  • You have the attitude to act agile, feel comfortable with change in a fast paced environment, are willing to roll-up your sleeves, learn fast and take responsibility from day one.
  • Bachelor degree in Finance, Accounting, Controlling or a related field; Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CFA) is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the financial modeling of our multi-year planning model:
  • Technical ownership of the Gsheet multi-year planning model which is used to develop a target framework for the budget, for our multi-year planning and for evaluation of long term scenarios.
  • Continuously keep the model up to date to reflect changing business conditions (such as the introduction of new products, entry into new markets, and organizational changes) and continuously improve and simplify it based on changes in data availability.
  • Update the model with actual data and extend it based on historical developments as a starting point for budget and multi-year planning
  • Ensure the accuracy of the calculations within the model and the reliability of the model outputs through the implementation of effective technical checks and substantive validations, thereby creating a reliable foundation for strategic decision-making
  • Responsible for uploading multi-year financial data into our planning system (Adaptive).
  • Take ownership of our cash engine model to effectively plan and forecast revenue and cash inflow:
  • Forecast revenues and cash inflows based on monthly recurring revenues using the cash engine model as part of the monthly forecasts, the budgeting process and the multi year planning
  • Conduct monthly budget-to-actual comparisons of cash inflows and analyze variances in collaboration with Treasury.
  • Continuously adjust the model assumptions in close coordination with Treasury and Data, and continually refine the calculation logic of the model to maximize forecast accuracy
  • Lead and oversee our budgeting process:
  • Planning of annual process ensuring early buy-in and alignment on Exec level and efficient decision making in on-site planning week.
  • Guide FP&A-teams throughout the entire process to achieve a timely and aligned budget. This includes tracking of progress, facilitating alignment on necessary next steps and moderating clarification of substantive questions.
  • Ensure budget quality by monitoring accuracy and quality of budget submissions through thorough checks.
  • Keep stakeholders informed throughout the process about the overall outcome of submissions by providing relevant and reliable documentation on key budget metrics to aid budget discussions.
  • Align and prepare budget presentations for executives, investors and board.
  • Financial validation of strategic initiatives
  • Project future revenues, costs, and cash flows associated with initiatives for our CFO, including scenario analysis to understand potential outcomes under different conditions.
  • Collaborate with business owners and our strategy teams, to gather insights and validate assumptions.

FAQs

What is the preferred work experience for this role?

Candidates should have over 2 years of relevant work experience within a Big Four company, Investment Banking, or in a role with a strong emphasis on financial modeling, budgeting, and financial planning.

What skills are required for financial modeling?

Proven experience in financial modeling is required, along with the ability to develop and refine complex integrated financial models in Excel or Google Sheets.

Is knowledge of SaaS business models a plus?

Yes, understanding cash flow forecasting specific to SaaS business models featuring recurring revenue streams is considered a plus for this role.

How does the FP&A team interact with other departments?

The FP&A team works cross-functionally with colleagues across different departments and hierarchies, focusing on project and stakeholder management to drive consensus and solve issues.

What educational background is necessary for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, or a related field is required, while a Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CFA) is considered a plus.

What personal qualities are encouraged in this role?

The ideal candidate should have a structured and reliable work approach, a high standard for accuracy, a proactive work ethic, and a strong hands-on mentality.

How are communication skills valued in this position?

Excellent communication skills and assertiveness are crucial, along with significant interpersonal expertise to effectively collaborate with others.

Are there opportunities for development and growth within Personio?

Yes, Personio provides an inclusive workplace environment that fosters development and growth opportunities for all employees.

What benefits does Personio offer?

Personio offers a competitive reward package, paid vacation, fully paid Impact Days, generous family leave, mental health support, and flexibility in work arrangements, among other benefits.

What is the team culture like at Personio?

The team culture at Personio is described as high-impact, with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes that encourage collaboration and growth.

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Personio

Enabling Better Organisations - Europe's most valuable HR tech company

Technology
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Personio’s all-in-one software makes HR processes as efficient and effective as possible so organizations can focus on what matters: people.