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

Personio's intelligent HR platform helps small and medium-sized organizations unlock the power of people by making complicated, time-consuming tasks simple and efficient. Our growing team of 1,800+ Personios across Europe and the US are building user-friendly products that delight our 14,000+ customers and their 1.5 million employees. Ready to make an impact from day one?
We are more than a support team. We enable the rapid but sustainable growth of Personio and ensure the financial health and legal stability of the organization. If you want to work and learn in an interdisciplinary team of Finance, Legal and Strategy ("FLS") and want to make a difference from day one, the FLS team is the right place for you.
We see ourselves as co-pilot of our business leaders and partner collaboratively with the entire organization, to enable data-driven decision-making by providing thoughtful analysis and insights. We are looking for a highly motivated (Junior) Manager Strategic FP&A helping to scale our strategic FP&A function.
This position can be based hybrid in one of the following office locations: Munich, London, Dublin, Berlin or Madrid. Preference on Munich and London.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: WHAT YOU'LL DO

• 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.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS: WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• You have 2-4 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.

Why Personio
Personio is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building an integrative culture where everyone feels welcomed and supported. We embrace uniqueness and understand that our diverse, values-driven culture makes us stronger. We are proud to have an inclusive workplace environment that will foster your development no matter your gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, education level, or race.
Aside from our people, culture, and mission, check out some of the other benefits that make Personio a great place to work:

• Receive a competitive reward package - reevaluated each year - that includes salary, benefits, and pre-IPO equity
• Enjoy 28 days of paid vacation, plus an additional day after 2 and 4 years (because we love what we do, but we also love vacation!)
• Make an impact on the environment and society with fully paid Impact Days
• Receive generous family leave, child support, mental health support, and sabbatical opportunities with PersonioCares
• Find your best way to work with our office-led, remote-friendly PersonioFlex!
• Connect with your fellow Personios at regular company and team events like All Company Culture Week and local year-end celebrations
• Engage in a high-impact working environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes