Cost Centre Coordinator / Specialist (all genders) - Corporate Governance & Sustainability

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

Are you looking to elevate your finance and controlling skills within a dynamic, supportive, and purpose-driven team? As a Cost Centre Coordinator / Specialist (all genders), part‑time (25h p.w), in our Corporate Governance & Sustainability (CG&S) department, you will step into an impactful role where your experience in financial controlling, cost management, and process optimisation will truly shine. Working directly with the General Counsel and SVP of Corporate Governance & Sustainability and reporting into the Team Lead Strategy & Projects, this is an exceptional opportunity to drive measurable results in corporate finance operations, contribute to key strategic projects, and apply your professional experience to the inner workings of Europe's leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle.

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

• Track expenses against project budgets and financial forecasts to ensure alignment with our targets.
• You will manage the lifecycle of purchase orders to guarantee precise allocation, prevent overbooking, and mitigate financial risks.
• Prepare comprehensive budget vs. actual reports, investigate financial variances, and clearly communicate your actionable insights and proposed next steps directly to the top management of CG&S.
• Collaborate closely with cost centre owners and controllers. Acting as their primary point of contact, you will use your strong communication skills to translate financial processes, provide guidance on expense categorisation, and facilitate smooth cross‑functional alignment.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements across core financial workflows.
• You will proactively contribute to streamlining the accrual process and enhancing our budget and forecast management systems.

WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

• You have successfully completed a degree or a recognised vocational training (abgeschlossene Berufsausbildung) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, alongside a minimum of 2+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Solid understanding of accounting and finance principles, specifically in budgeting, accruals, controlling, and financial reporting.
• Proficient in using spreadsheets (particularly Google Sheets and Excel) for data analysis, with a strong command of advanced formulas and pivot tables.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills: proven experience acting as a business partner and collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Strong analytical mindset and a keen eye for detail: the ability to solve problems, accurately interpret financial data, and manage multiple strict reporting deadlines efficiently.
• You are business‑fluent in written and spoken English.
• German is a bonus but no must.

OUR OFFER

• 27 days of holiday a year to start for full‑time employees (+1 day for every calendar year up to 30 days)
• 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
• Family support, including counselling and dedicated services for parents and carers
• Company pension scheme
• Employee shares programme
• Health and wellbeing options, including Wellhub Mental health support and coaching
• Development through our training platform and biannual peer‑to‑peer review
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Relocation assistance (subject to prior agreement)

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity, and we actively seek out talent from all backgrounds. We actively seek to reduce bias in our hiring and employment processes, focusing on your qualifications, skills, and contributions. To support this, we kindly ask that you refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age, or marital status in your CV, ensuring a fair and equitable evaluation based solely on your abilities and potential.

We are committed to providing an exceptional and accessible candidate experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations to support you throughout the hiring process, please let us know – we are here to assist you.

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It’s the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey, from being a pioneer in the world of e-commerce, to the Starting Point for Fashion in Europe. We connect customers, brands, and partners across 25 markets. Help us drive digital and sustainable solutions for fashion, logistics, advertising and research, bringing head‑to‑to‑e fashion to 50 million active customers through a team of diverse skill‑sets, cultural backgrounds, and interests. Our values do.More - our sustainability strategy Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/insidezalando