Financial Planning Analyst (fmd)

Overview

As our new Financial Planning Analyst (f/m/d) at Ubisoft Düsseldorf you will have the opportunity to gain international experience within the video games industry while providing meaningful insights to the management of global productions. You will manage and drive improvements in the financial performance of Ubisoft Blue Byte and related business units and ultimately Ubisoft globally by guiding forecasting and analyzing financial data to support the studio management’s decision‑making process.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial planning, budgeting and forecasting for Admin Departments.
• Collaborate with members of the Planning and Analytics department (cross‑country, cross‑function).
• Analyze and present operational Balance Scorecard KPIs to management leveraging data visualization tools.
• Act as an educator for budget owners regarding cost management.
• Support monthly intercompany billing flow in collaboration with Accounting teams.
• Escalate autonomously financial issues to management monitoring existing financial controlling processes.
• Create variance analysis reports and financial models aligned with Ubisoft data standards and present them to Management.
• Track governmental subsidies in collaboration with our Business Development team.
• Support internal control processes and reporting with HQ.

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics or Business (University FH BA) with a on Finance Controlling or Accounting.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a Controlling department within an internationally operating company.
• High degree of self‑motivation, initiative and ability to drive change.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in daily correspondence.
• Ability to handle complex data models and quickly learn new tools.
• Excellent German language skills to understand guidelines from governmental authorities.
• Experience with financial analysis HGB and IFRS.
• Advanced Power BI and Excel skills; comfortable working with SQL.

Application

• Your CV highlighting your education, experience and skills.
• A cover letter including your earliest start date, expected salary and why you would like to join us.

Additional Information

We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work‑life balance. Please note that some roles are fully office‑based and are not eligible for hybrid work.

What We Offer

• Relocation support: We offer financial support in form of a cash allowance and assistance with accommodation search and settle‑in support via our relocation partner for international candidates; we also offer visa assistance.
• Ubisoft Blue Byte Academy: We offer multiple opportunities for you to discover your full potential and develop yourself in various areas. Guest speakers from the industry, workshops and access to our training and development platform as well as to our in‑house library.
• Discounted and free games: Discount on employee game orders & free Ubisoft games on Ubisoft Connect.
• Monthly Mobility Budget: 80 EUR per month that can be used on bicycle lease, parking spot rental or public transportation ticket.
• Up to 350 childcare support per child per month:
• Company Pension Scheme: We offer an attractive company pension scheme.
• Gym subsidy: We contribute 50% (up to a maximum amount of 25) towards the monthly cost of a gym membership of your choice.
• 26 days paid vacation per year.
• Corporate Benefits web portal: Employee discount program for affiliated retailers, shops and service providers.

Ubisoft offers the same job opportunities to all without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability or age. Ubisoft ensures the development of an inclusive work environment which mirrors the diversity of our players community.