Allianz Trade is the trademark used to designate a range of services provided by Euler Hermes.

We are the global leader in trade credit insurance and a recognized specialist in the areas of surety, collections, structured trade credit and political risk. For over a century, we have been helping businesses like yours anticipate risks, act with speed, make informed decisions and grow securely.

Headquartered in Paris, we are present in more than 50 countries with 5,500 employees. In 2021, our global business transactions represented 931 billion Euro in exposure.

 

As a member of the Allianz Group, we are a strong global community committed to a culture where both people and performance matter.

 

We truly care for our employees and their individual needs and aspirations. We all shape an environment in which everyone has the confidence to dream, to explore and to grow.

 

Let’s take control of tomorrow, together.

 

We are seeking a Cost & Productivity Analyst to join our Cost & Productivity Management team within the Plan & Performance Management Department of Group Finance. As a key member of this team, you will be responsible for driving financial analysis and reporting for the Board of Management (BoM) and the Allianz Group shareholders. You will contribute to cost analysis, budget planning, and productivity reporting, ensuring that our financial insights are accurate and timely.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

Financial Reporting: Contribute to monthly and quarterly cost analysis reporting to the BoM, shareholders, and the Board of Directors. Provide ad-hoc reports as required. Monthly Closing and Forecasting: Collaborate with team members on the monthly closing process, conducting global analysis and proactively addressing issues during forecasting and pre-close processes. Budget Planning and Functional Analysis: Assist in budget planning activities and perform detailed analysis to identify trends and insights. Cost Allocation and Harmonization: Develop and implement rules to harmonize cost allocation across regions, ensuring alignment and quality in financial data reporting. Productivity and Growth Reporting: Lead the collection of productivity savings and growth investments, preparing detailed cost breakdowns and reports on gains. Project Support: Contribute financial insights and analysis to various ongoing projects, supporting the achievement of project objectives.

 

Future Challenges:

 

Ensure consistency in data harmonization across regions and improve data quality. Stay updated on evolving financial regulations and technological advancements to enhance efficiency. Manage cross-functional collaboration for data collection and analysis. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to identify cost savings and productivity enhancements.

 

Key Performance Indicators:

 

Critical analysis of financial data Respect for deadlines and effective management of priorities Strong synthesis and reporting skills with the ability to highlight key issues Proactive attitude with excellent communication and presentation abilities

 

Required Skills and Experience:

 

Strong analytical skills with expertise in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI) Proven ability to manage deadlines under time pressure 5-8 years of experience in a financial controlling role Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling Knowledge of accounting and finance principles Strong presentation skills and ability to interact with senior management Experience with ERP systems and financial planning software is a plus Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

 

 

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you!

We at Allianz Trade believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in.

We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation.