FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER
In 2023, Swissport International AG provided best-in-class airport ground services for some 232 million airline passengers (2022: 186 million) and handled roughly 4.7 million tons of air freight (2022: 4.8 million) at 115 air cargo centres worldwide. Several of its warehouses have been certified for pharmaceutical logistics by IATA’s CEIV Pharma and by the British MHRA. At the end of December 2023, the world's leader in airport ground services and air cargo handling, with currently around 60,000 employees, was active at 286 airports in 44 countries on six continents. In Germany and Austria, we are active at several locations with a wide range of services. We are on a regional and international growth path and want to continue this with you.
Overview:
We are looking for a strategic and highly skilled Finance Business Partner to join our team in Berlin. As the Finance Business Partner, you will play a critical role in driving financial performance and providing strategic support to the business unit leadership. This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial strategy and operations of a major operational base within our organization. You will be responsible for partnering with operational leaders to provide financial insights, drive decision-making, and ensure that financial objectives are met. The ideal candidate will be a proactive and hands-on finance professional with a strong background in financial analysis, forecasting, and business partnering within a fast-paced environment.
Activities - what you can expect:
- Serve as the key financial advisor to the leadership team of the station, providing strategic guidance on financial matters and supporting business decision-making.
- Lead the budgeting, forecasting and business planning processes at the station, working closely with operational leaders to develop robust financial plans that align with company objectives.
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis to understand business performance, identify trends and variances, and provide actionable insights to drive growth and profitability.
- Partner with operational teams to identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize resource allocation, and improve overall financial efficiency.
- Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to monitor financial performance, and present findings and recommendations to senior management.
- Support the development of business cases for new investments, projects, and initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and financial return expectations.
- Identify and assess financial risks and opportunities, providing recommendations to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
- Work closely with various departments, including Operations, Sales, and Human Resources, to ensure alignment on financial objectives and provide financial support for strategic initiatives.
- Drive all monthly financial processes at the station including reporting in accordance with IFRS and local GAAP, liquidity planning.
Profile - what you need:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. A master’s degree or relevant certification is a plus.
- 5 years of experience in finance, business partnering, financial planning and analysis, or a related role.
- Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of financial drivers and metrics in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Proven track record of successfully partnering with senior business leaders to drive financial performance and decision-making.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial modelling, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion, Cognos, OneStream) is highly desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Fluent in both German and English.
- Experience with private equity reporting cadence and deadlines, experience with digitalization and transformation are a plus.
Benefits – what we offer:
- Varied tasks with short decision-making paths and perspectives.
- An exciting working environment in a highly committed team with flexible working hours.
- A variable compensation component rewarding a high level of dedication.
Your Next Step:
If you are seeking a challenging next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume in English via the "Apply" button.
Due to the high volume of applicants, we are unable to contact everyone personally. If you do not hear from us, it means we have selected another candidate at this time.
We invite you to continue following Swissport (and me) for future opportunities that may arise.
We hope to hear from you soon!
