Finance Manager

sennder is Europe’s leading digital freight forwarder. In a traditional industry, we are moving fast to digitize and automate all road logistics processes. We are a growing team looking for a Finance Manager to help us on our journey to revolutionize road freight logistics. You would join our Finance team in the Wroclaw office, however in this role you will be responsible for the Polish market.

We value humility and we're as interested in your character as we are in your talent. Please apply, even if you feel you only meet part of our listed criteria. Diversity drives our innovation and we offer a collaborative, dynamic and international work environment. Just be yourself. We are excited to meet you and for you to join us in shaping the future of the logistics industry in Europe.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Finance Manager you’ll be collaborating closely with the Finance Director and the General Manager for Poland to standardize our financial processes in order to help stabilize our rapid growth.

 

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL…

• Ramp-up a local finance function and be the sparring partner for the local GM and Global Director of Finance
• Manage and coach a staff of 5-6 employees
• Oversee current billing and cash collection operations, offer recommendations for improvement, and implement new processes and metrics
• Prepare monthly financial reporting according to the corporate instructions
• Oversee the accounting operations and statutory reporting
• Lead the local budgeting process and provide management with financial data vital to the decision-making process
• Function as key stakeholder for the Headquarters
• Assist with external audit requests / internal and external information requests

 

PREFERABLY YOU HAVE…

• Completed business studies with a focus on finance, accounting, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of accounts receivable and billing operations
• Ability to work accurately and independently
• Good verbal and written communications skills  
• Solid experience with ERP (preferably Oracle NetSuite)
• Experience in leading teams
• Fluent Polish and English

 

ABOUT sennder

sennder is moving trucks with the power of data to unlock endless and sustainable capacity at unparalleled quality. Through our proprietary transportation operating system, built by our in-house tech teams, we not only connect shippers to our fleet of thousands of trucks, but also improve how they move products in sustainable, cost-efficient, and transparent ways - making the logistics industry fit for the future. In a traditional industry, we’re growing and moving fast to digitally automate all road logistics processes. 

We are building a curious team that is driven by an ambitious desire to solve the toughest logistics puzzles. What others may consider uncertainty, we see as an opportunity to learn and be proactive. We invite you to go on this journey with us and be part of one of Europe’s inspiring growth stories as we fast-forward road logistics into digitalization. Get to know us, our culture, green business, funding history, and more on our blog here.

 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

At sennder, we want to maximize the individual’s potential for all employees and reinforce an inclusive culture and environment of continuous learning that empowers people to succeed as a team. In addition to humility, we value commitment, team spirit, respect, and kindness to build trusted relationships across teams. Learn more on our career site. 

• A fast-growing, start-up-oriented international team of 1000+ people with 65+ nationalities spread across 8 country offices with English as our company language.
• Continuous feedback and bi-annual  review process for personal development, professional growth, and career opportunities. We also use “Objectives and Key Results” for company goals.
• A structured promotion process, providing everyone with fair and transparent career growth.
• Learning and development opportunities on the job and through conversations with your manager.
• Various opportunities to connect with colleagues, formally and informally, digitally or in-person (when allowed), through regular team events, company get-togethers, and partnership events with other companies and local organizers.
• Office first work policy (three days a week), that complies with local COVID-19 restrictions and policies. We provide hybrid working options.
• When in office: unlimited snacks, drinks, and fruits.
• E-learning platform
• Self-development budget