Financial Data Analyst

• Manage financial reporting processes, including strategic, operating, and forecast planning.

• Analyze, forecast, and plan complex financial, economic, and operational data to provide accurate insights for management decision-making.

• Prepare monthly variance analyses between targets, forecasts, and actuals for departments and business units.

• Lead project planning, execution, and monitoring to ensure the delivery of high-quality financial solutions within deadlines.

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including local managers and CFOs to deliver actionable financial insights.

• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports to support data-driven decisions.

• Perform cost and profitability analyses and create solutions to reduce costs and improve budget performance.

• Conduct financial analyses, including contribution margin assessments, cost analyses, EBIT calculations, and pricing curve applications.

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve reporting capabilities and operational efficiencies.

• Support month-end closing activities and year-end results analysis.

• Provide ad hoc analysis and consulting to managers and internal stakeholders for transparent financial insights.

• Lead project controlling and reporting activities, ensuring data accuracy, and reporting integrity.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to maintain a competitive edge

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, IT or Business

• ACCA/CIMA (Completed or In Progress Preferred)

• 3 to 5 years of experience in finance, data management and reporting.

• Fluency in German or English (min B2)

• Knowledge of SAP FI/CO & Analysis for Office (AFO); Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel & PowerPoint); Power BI & Power Automate; VBA for Automation; Power Apps

• Excellent knowledge of information technology and data manipulation tools

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with a focus on accuracy and decision-making support

• Ability to manage multiple tasks under time pressure while delivering high-quality results.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience in stakeholder engagement and consulting managers with financial expertise.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive approach to problem-solving

• Willingness to travel

• Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Project Management & Process Optimization

• Data Analysis & Business Intelligence

• Cost Analysis & Profitability Management

• Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication

Mercedes-Benz