You will also work on enhancing ways of working within our team. Think about standardizing processes, automating financial reporting, or strengthening planning & control processes.
Lastly, you will also work on cost optimization projects. This will require close cooperation with FP&A peers, the Business, and relevant teams outside of FP&A.
Due to the rapid and continuous growth of the organization, the tasks and duties of this role will evolve over time. You will be keen to develop and grow within the role and challenge yourself to take on additional projects and responsibilities as they present themselves.
Responsibilities
Support Central Tech in decision making, setting directions and exploring new avenues on any strategic priority applicable at that time. You will do this by business partnering, mapping processes, and delivering economic and financial insights;
Take ownership of the Planning & Control cycle
Drive both short and long-term business planning process to create solid financial plans;
Identify what drives (financial) success for Accommodations business and develop measures for these drivers;
Visualize your analysis and report your work in such a way that your business partners are able to easily understand it to make decisions;
Present your findings to senior audiences, on an as-needed basis;
Perform ad-hoc analysis, scenarios and benchmarking as needed and contribute to new business/expansion/cost control projects and process improvement as and when business requires.
Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or other related field;
5-8 years of relevant experience;
Experience managing budgets in Technology department/function is required;
Advanced knowledge of Excel required, Google Sheets is a plus;
Financial modeling and analytical skills;
Able to handle demanding stakeholders;
You are able to take ownership of tasks/processes;
Commercial and inquisitive attitude;
Ability to listen, work with and proactively advise business partners;
Sees the headlines whilst having attention for the details;
Is able to explain economics and Finance to non-Finance business partners in a simple, understandable manner;
Ability to be a reliable, hands-on deliverer of quality results;
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) in English;
Strong team player while being able to work independently;
Comfortable working in cross-functional teams and working in an unstructured environment;
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously and drive projects to completion
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Health, life, and disability insurance*
Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave
Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country)
Industry leading product discounts for yourself, friends, and family, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit
Free access to online learning platforms, development and mentorship programs, and a complimentary Headspace membership
On-site meals, coffee, and snacks, including healthy and vegan options, daily
Pre-Employment Screening
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