About Us
Bauer Media Group is one of Europe’s leading media companies, reaching over 200 million people across 12 countries through a broad portfolio of print, digital, audio, and broadcasting brands. With a strong commitment to innovation and operational excellence, we are shaping the future of media and finance through strategic transformation initiatives.

About the Role
We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Finance Systems Analyst to join our Group Finance Transformation and Excellence team. This role will play a key part in enhancing the performance and efficiency of our global finance systems, with a strong focus on SAP and related technologies. You will act as a vital liaison between our finance and technology functions, facilitating seamless integration, process improvement, and system innovation across Bauer’s international operations.

Location: Germany or Poland (Hybrid/Remote)

Key Responsibilities

Act as a strategic link between finance and technology teams to align business requirements with system capabilities
Manage the relationship with SAP and oversee the integration of updates and new functionalities in collaboration with the technology team
Lead regression testing and change management activities for finance systems
Identify, assess, and recommend new finance technologies and tools (including SAP and alternatives)
Support global finance operations by promoting best practices and ensuring consistent process standards
Coordinate with Global Process Owners and Key Users to prioritize and implement system changes
Provide comprehensive documentation to bridge business needs and technical specifications
Represent finance interests in Master Data Governance (MDG) strategy discussions
Assist in the selection and coordination of external consultants and training resources

Required Qualifications and Experience

Proven experience in a Finance Systems or Business Analyst role, preferably within a multinational, matrixed organization
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with a proactive, hands-on approach
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment
Effective interpersonal and communication skills; able to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience with SAP products, ideally including SAP S/4HANA and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC)
Track record of acting as a liaison between finance and IT, translating business needs into technical solutions
Exposure to finance transformation or systems change initiatives
High level of discretion, reliability, and professional integrity
Must be fluent in English, German & Polish.
A Master’s degree in Finance, Information Systems, or a related discipline is preferred

If you would like to become part of our team, we look forward to receiving your application. Your contact person for this role is Surachana Griffiths. We look forward to getting to know you.

We are an international employer and equal opportunities are important to us. That's why we welcome everyone in their uniqueness, regardless of e.g. religion, gender, skin color, disability in our house.

Date: 21 Jun 2025

Location: Hamburg, HH, DE, 20077

Req ID: 2792

Finance Systems Analyst (f/m/d)