Talent Acquisition Specialist w LKQ Europe

The European Senior Finance Analyst takes responsibility for Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) throughout the Emotive Trade business, including OPTIMAL, ERA, MPM, and Emotive GmbH.

Acting as a business partner for the European Senior Finance Manager and local finance senior management, this role provides detailed analyses and insights to support decision‑making and drive opportunities for the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide financial support and insights for the Emotive Trade portfolio across Europe.
• Support strategic priorities through modeling, scenario planning, and risk/opportunity assessments.
• Influence business decisions via analysis of financial performance and plans.
• Identify actions to capture opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting, including deep dives into revenue, cost base, and financial risks.
• Monitor financial health and take corrective actions as needed.
• Support monthly reviews, annual budgets, and central reporting.
• Deliver insightful commentary, presentations, and ad hoc analysis.

Skills and Experience needed

• Educated to degree level in finance or accounting
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in finance, specifically related to accounting, statutory reporting and internal control
• Strategic thinking with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communicator with the ability to engage colleagues across all levels
• Skilled at translating complex financial insights into clear recommendations
• Fluency in the English language, both written and spoken.

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If you would like to apply, please send your CV in English.

What we offer in Katowice:

• Private medical care
• Multisport card
• Flexible working hours: start at 07:00‑09:00, end at 15:00‑17:00 accordingly
• Work in a hybrid model (at least twice a week in the office)
• Opportunities to grow and develop yourself
• Room for initiatives and entrepreneurship
• A collaborative culture where teamwork is celebrated
• Life insurance
• Employee referral program

Why work for us?

• We care about our people: We offer a flexible working environment with office, work from home days, plus European travel. We care about our colleagues wellbeing and have a team of wellbeing champions trained to be the first point of contact for anyone who is struggling.
• Inclusivity is a journey, not a destination: We value and promote inclusion, diversity and belonging and are dedicated to creating an inspiring workplace that’s free from discrimination, intolerance or harassment. We encourage an environment where everyone’s voice is heard and valued.
• We have an open feedback culture: We actively encourage our colleagues to tell us how they feel about our organization as part of our annual engagement survey. We know we’re not perfect, but we’re focused on continuous improvement based on colleague feedback.
• We’ll support you to be the best version of yourself: We encourage curiosity and diverse perspectives, it’s what enables us to be innovators. We create opportunities for everyone to learn and grow and are committed to the professional and personal development of all colleagues.
• We’re driving forward a sustainable future: From putting resources back into the communities where we work and fundraising for charities, both local and global, to actively reducing our carbon footprint, we mean business when it comes to having a positive environmental impact on our planet.