(Graduate) FP&A Analyst - Cost Controlling (m/f/d)

We are looking for an FP&A Analyst to join our Financial Planning & Cost Controlling team at Redcare Pharmacy.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate who is eager to start a career in Financial Planning & Analysis within a fast-growing international company. In this role, you will support the Financial Planning & Cost Controlling team in delivering high-quality financial planning, reporting, and performance analysis across the organization.

Working closely with experienced Business Controllers, you will gain hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, month-end reporting, and financial analysis while contributing to the continuous improvement, automation, and digital transformation of finance processes. You will also have the opportunity to explore and leverage AI-driven solutions to enhance reporting, streamline workflows, and improve decision-making. This role offers broad exposure to multiple business functions and provides an excellent foundation for a career in FP&A.

About your tasks

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Assist in the monthly reporting process by preparing financial analyses, performance reports, and management presentations.
• Perform actual versus budget and forecast analyses, identifying key variances and supporting the investigation of underlying business drivers.
• Support ad hoc financial analyses, business cases, and scenario analyses to enable informed decision-making.

Month-End Closing & Reporting

• Support the month-end closing process by preparing reports, validating financial data, and ensuring the timely availability of management information.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Business Controlling teams to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Contribute to the preparation and continuous improvement of recurring financial reports and KPI dashboards.

Process Automation, AI & Continuous Improvement

• Support the automation and standardization of reporting, forecasting, and planning processes using modern finance tools and technologies.
• Explore and apply AI-driven solutions to improve reporting efficiency, automate repetitive tasks, generate insights, and enhance decision support.
• Identify opportunities to simplify existing processes, improve data quality, and increase the efficiency of the FP&A function.
• Support the implementation of new FP&A tools, reporting solutions, and digital initiatives across the Finance organization.
• Contribute innovative ideas that help build a modern, data-driven Finance function.

About you

• Recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Controlling, Business Administration, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical mindset with a genuine interest in financial planning, business performance, data analytics, and digital technologies.
• Excellent numerical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI, Power Query, SQL. Skills in Python and AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar technologies are considered an advantage.
• Curious about leveraging AI and automation to improve finance processes and eager to learn new technologies.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus.

About your benefits

• Travel Allowance: Not all employees live close to the office. Therefore, a travel allowance supports your daily commute. This compensation is in addition to your salary.
• Vacation: 28 vacation days and an annual vacation bonus (8% of your annual gross salary) in addition to your salary.
• Company Pension Plan: An excellent and contribution-free company pension plan.
• Employee Discounts: Several times a year, discounted employee sales directly on-site, as well as a 10% discount on the online selection.
• Development: Support for your personal development through various internal and external training programs.
• Redcare Events: Team building through creative team events and regularly held parties.
• Sports: Access to a fitness room, relaxation room, table tennis, and foosball.
• Mental health: Quick professional help from psychologists from nilo if you feel overwhelmed in your personal or professional life, anonymously and free of charge.