Financial Analyst

We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed. 

About the team:

Join our Channels and Cross Engineering organization - a team known for its diverse expertise, collaborative culture, and cross-functional impact. We bring together professionals from different disciplines to solve complex challenges and deliver high-value processes & solutions to customer & partners in SAP.

If you thrive in a fast-moving, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating environment, we would love to meet you.

About the role:

As a Financial Analyst within our Channels and Cross Engineering division, you will play a pivotal role in shaping financial planning and execution across multiple business areas. You will support end-to-end financial processes - from budget creation to external vendor management, contributing directly to strategic decision-making and process excellence.

What you'll do:

Strategic Budget Planning & Forecasting

• Develop and manage structured financial plans and forecasts
• Ensure accurate, timely submission and validation of financial data
• Support long-term budget orchestration across departments

External Vendor and Contract Financial Management

• Support the execution of third-party engagements
• Partner with contract owners to align financial and contractual obligations
• Support enforce compliance and cost control across external engagements

Financial Process Optimization and Reporting

• Streamline reporting cycles and increase visibility of key performance indicators
• Assist in quarterly financial reporting presented to senior leadership
• Drive efficiency in finance operations through standardized tools and methods

What you bring:

• Master's degree in business administration, Finance, or a comparable field
• Experience  in accounting, budgeting, cost analysis, and forecasting
• Strong ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and deliver accurate reports
• Comfort with presenting financial insights to diverse stakeholders
• Familiarity with SAP financial systems or vendor management platforms is a strong advantage
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus

What you will learn:

• A deep, hands-on understanding of corporate financial management
• Opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams and leaders across the organization
• Experience in navigating financial systems, procurement tools, and reporting frameworks
• Skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making
• The foundation to build a long-term career in strategic finance or operations

Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.  

We win with inclusion
SAP's culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

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Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

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Requisition ID: | Work Area: Finance  | Expected Travel: 0 - 10%  | Career Status: Professional  | Employment Type: Regular Full Time   | Additional Locations:  #LI-Hybrid