FP&A Coordinator

Your Responsibilities

We are looking for a new colleague to join our Finance Team in Berlin on a full-time/40 hour a week basis, starting as soon as possible.

The opportunity:

This role offers the chance to play a key part in strategic decision-making by overseeing financial planning and analysis for higher education institutions. The position focuses on forecasting, budgeting, liquidity planning, and providing actionable insights through robust financial models and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Activities & Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Finance Director, the successful candidate will:

• Lead the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function for higher education institutions, including:

  • Preparing forecasts, budgets, and business plans

  • Monitoring actual performance in accounts receivable and payable against budgets and forecasts

  • Partnering with internal and external stakeholders to deliver FP&A objectives

  • Developing and maintaining liquidity plans

• Design and refine financial models to enhance performance tracking, scenario analysis, and financial reporting

• Collaborate with accounting teams on expense allocation and reconciliation processes

• Work closely with FP&A, Accounting, and Treasury teams to ensure alignment and accuracy across financial operations

• Partner with sales and marketing teams to forecast and monitor student enrolments

• Support the development and maintenance of Business Intelligence (BI) dashboards and visualizations, ensuring meaningful KPIs and actionable insights are delivered to stakeholders

• Perform other ad hoc financial and administrative duties as required

Your profile

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in financial planning and analysis, accounting, or a related finance role

• Strong understanding of accrual-based accounting principles

• Proficiency with accounting software or ERP systems

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and communicate insights clearly

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in German is a plus

• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset, with a positive approach to problem-solving

• Adaptable and flexible, able to thrive in dynamic and evolving environments

• Strong mathematical and technical skills, with advanced computer proficiency

• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail

• Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly and confidently

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities

• Hands-on, flexible, and collaborative approach, with a strong commitment to teamwork and daily operational excellence

Why us?

• Opportunity to work with a great team in a dynamic and international culture
• After successfully passing the probationary period, we offer subsidies for employees' well-being through our health budget with preventive and aftercare services
• Numerous campus events from the fields of art, culture, business, and science
• Opportunity to develop and implement new ideas and concepts
• Personal and professional development

About us

GUS Germany GmbH (GGG) is an innovative and dynamic network of world-class higher education institutions that is committed to empowering students with the knowledge and skills they need to make a positive impact in the world. Our mission is to foster visionary leaders who can drive meaningful change for society.

With a strong presence in Germany, Europe, and beyond, GGG is made up of several well-known brands, including UE (University of Europe for Applied Sciences), BSBI (Berlin School of Business & Innovation), htk academy, and GISMA University for Applied Sciences. Our thriving student body of over 10,000 learners across our institutions benefits from a wide range of academic disciplines, such as business, technology, data science, engineering, sports, and fine arts.

As part of the Global University Systems (GUS) network, which comprises over 48 universities across Europe, the USA, Australia, Asia, and South America, with over 87,000 students, we are dedicated to providing exceptional learning experiences to our students.

At GGG, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. Our employees play a vital role in ensuring that our students succeed at every step of their career path. Join our team and be a part of a culture of innovation and excellence in education.  

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