Company Description
METRO is part of the international METRO AG Group, which operates in more than 30 countries with nearly 700 stores worldwide. Our mission is to support small and medium-sized businesses, primarily in the HoReCa and trade sectors, making us unique in the Serbian market from Palić to Niš.
We have been successfully operating in our country for 20 years, fostering cooperation built on teamwork and a shared focus on providing our customers with excellent service tailored specifically to them and their needs. METRO is a home of good and hardworking people, consisting of a team of 1,200 employees at 9 locations in 7 cities - Belgrade, Novi Sad, Niš, Kragujevac, Požarevac, Šabac, and Palić, dedicated to the success of our customers.
Job Description
Are you someone who thrives on transforming numbers into strategies? At Metro Serbia, we’re looking for a Team Leader in our Financial Controlling team —someone who can turn financial data into actionable insights while leading a small but impactful team.
This role is more than just numbers on a spreadsheet. You’ll be the bridge between data and decision-making, helping the business grow smarter and more efficient. You'll oversee two team members, guiding them through the financial landscape, and ensuring that every report serves as a tool for success.
What Will You Do?
- Financial Control at Its Core: Prepare standard financial reports for local management and our international Metro team, ensuring clarity and precision.
- Plan for Success: Support the creation of annual budgets and forecasts, continuously tracking monthly performance against targets to keep operations on course.
- Data That Drives Decisions: Dive into sales, profitability and distribution center/warehouse performance reports, providing actionable insights that helps result achievements.
- Optimize Supply chain Operations: Analyze performance data for the SCM department, crafting reports that improve efficiency and optimize processes.
- Lead the Way: Manage a team of two, ensuring smooth workflows, continuous development, and top-quality results.
- Be the Go-To Partner: Collaborate with operational, supply chain and sales teams providing financial expertise that helps them make the best decisions.
- Tackle Projects Head-On: Contribute to key operational projects, helping to shape strategies that boost growth and efficiency.
Qualifications
What Makes You the Perfect Fit?
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial controlling or similar roles with a strong understanding of accounting principles.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and present clear insights.
- Proven leadership abilities to guide, develop, and inspire your team (prior team leadership experience is a plus but not mandatory).
- Excellent communication skills for seamless collaboration with internal teams and international partners.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and a strong command of English (B2 and up).
- Desirable: Experience with SAP and SQL for advanced data analysis and reporting.
Additional Information
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Private health insurance after 6 months of employment
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement in wholesale
- Mentorship support
- Hybrid work model
We are a team with a capital M! As a member of this team, you will find a place for yourself – a place with many opportunities, a chance to work with mentors, support and motivation from colleagues, and daily contact with our network of professional customers – well-known restaurants, hotels, cafes, and retailers in Serbia. For more information about a career at METRO, visit our page: www.metro.rs/karijera
