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About Us

Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. We are a family business for over 150 years, with around 10,000 employees in more than 20 locations worldwide.

About the Position

As an Accounting Specialist, you will play a key role in analyzing business performance and supporting strategic decision-making across the APAC region. You will deliver insights that help improve profitability, operational efficiency, and financial transparency. This role offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of data, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to high-impact reporting and analysis. You will help monitor cost performance, identify trends, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business performance across key areas, including profitability, loss files, procurement efficiency, customer trends, volume development, and yield
• Support job costing and performance tracking activities across APAC countries
• Conduct monthly closing checks and ensure data accuracy in financial reports
• Assist in preparing monthly performance reports for Country and Regional Management
• Maintain and update Power BI dashboards to provide clear, actionable insights
• Track and report cost deviations using JIRA and MS Teams, ensuring timely escalation
• Participate in regular review meetings with country stakeholders and contribute to performance discussions
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support implementation efforts
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve data discrepancies and ensure reporting consistency

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify trends
• Solid understanding of financial principles and business controlling practices
• Proactive mindset with attention to detail and a drive for continuous improvement
• Effective communication skills to present findings and collaborate with stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, international environment

Educational Background and Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years in finance, controlling, air freight, and sea freight operations or business analysis roles (Required)
• Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Experience in financial or operational audits (Preferred)
• Exposure to regional coordination or shared service environments (Preferred)

Technical Skills

• Strong Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
• Experience with Power BI for dashboard creation and performance tracking
• Familiarity with Power BI, CW1, and JIRA platforms (Highly preferred)
• Familiarity with D365 Finance System (Plus)

Our Culture and Values

Inclusion and social diversity are firmly anchored values in our corporate culture. Regardless of gender, age, any disabilities, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity: We are looking forward to meeting you.

You will find a diverse and inclusive culture, where you are embraced and respected for who you are. We want you to feel valued, supported, and inspired. Our unique Hellmann culture, the Hellmann Promise, is the foundation for all our actions and decisions, manifesting our vision: "For the better. Together."