Meet DeepL
DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we’ve been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human-sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today, they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity. And, empower millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.
Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and make a real-life impact. To achieve this, we need talented individuals like you to join our exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.
What Sets Us Apart
What sets us apart is our blend of modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive. When we share what it's like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This may be because of our products that have helped countless people worldwide or our shared mission to improve communication for individuals and businesses, bringing cultures closer together. What we know for sure is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation and employee well-being. Discover what our teams have to say about life at DeepL on LinkedIn, Instagram and our Blog.
Meet the team behind this journey
As the FP&A Senior Analyst, you will be focused on building a financial forecast and analyzing the complete corporate view (full P&L) of DeepL to drive strategic decisions. You will support both budgeting and operational execution by partnering with executives and leaders across the company. You should expect to work cross-functionally and lead analysis of key financial and operational metrics.
The FP&A team is responsible for providing commercial, operational and analytical support to continue scaling rapidly and efficiently. It also owns the company's budget, drives annual planning processes, and allocates and deploys the company's resources efficiently. The role requires someone who is highly analytical and strategic, can keep the big picture in mind while getting into the weeds, approaches problems in a structured manner, is a great communicator, and is comfortable with ambiguity.
This role will have substantial visibility, focus on highest-priority business issues and be plugged into every face of the business.
Your Responsibilities
- Build, own and manage full corporate operating financial model
- Prepare monthly and quarterly management and Board reporting, analyzing performance results, distilling key trends, assessing business risk and supporting decision making
- Create a culture of performance management with cross-functional engagement based in data insights and KPIs
- Partner with Accounting and Procurement teams for data cleanliness and produce cash flow forecasting and analytics
- Identify initiatives to continuously improve, automate and scale reporting processes
- Develop ROI frameworks for ad hoc strategic initiatives
Qualities we look for
- 2+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or investment banking; preferably with some experience in a high-growth SaaS environment
- Advanced financial modelling skills in Excel or Google Sheets is critical, and skilled in presentation tools like PowerPoint and Google Slides
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills with a strategic mindset
- Ability to flex between partnering with senior leadership and working through data sets and detailed modelling, analysis and reporting
- Clear and concise communication skills, including working collaboratively with diverse teams and influencing senior leadership
- Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment
- As our ideal candidate, you will have familiarity with SaaS metrics
What We Offer
- Diverse and internationally distributed team: joining our team means becoming part of a large, global community with people of more than 90 nationalities. We're more than just colleagues; we're a group of professionals with a shared mission to connect diverse cultures. Our global presence is growing–we've doubled in size nearly every year, with our employees based in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the US, and Japan, and we continue to expand our network.
- Open communication, regular feedback: as a language-focused company, we value the importance of clear, honest communication. We value smooth collaboration, direct and actionable feedback, and believe that leading with empathy and growth mindset makes us better together.
- Hybrid work, flexible hours: we offer a hybrid work schedule, with team members coming into the office twice a week. This allows you to engage directly with your team and experience the unique energy of our workspace, while still enjoying the flexibility and comfort of working from home. With flexible working hours and trust in your productivity, we are in sync with your team’s general locations and time zones to foster effective and seamless collaboration.
- Regular in-person team events: we bond over vibrant events that are as unique as our team, from local team and business unit gatherings, to new-joiner onboardings, to company-wide events that bring us all together–literally.
- Monthly full-day hacking sessions: every month, we have Hack Fridays, where you can spend your time diving into a project you're passionate about and get the opportunity to work with other teams–we value your initiatives, impact, and creativity.
- 30 days of annual leave: we value your peace of mind. With 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources, we make sure you're as strong mentally as you are professionally.
- Competitive benefits: just as our team spans the globe, so does our benefits package. We've crafted it to reflect the diversity of our team and tailored it to align with your unique location, to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.
If this role and our mission resonate with you, but you're hesitant because you don't check all the boxes, don't let that hold you back. At DeepL, it's all about the value you bring and the growth we can foster together. Go ahead, apply—let's discover your potential together. We can't wait to meet you!
We are an equal opportunity employer
You are welcome at DeepL for who you are—we appreciate authenticity here. Our product is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all succeed, contribute, and think forward! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our diversity that we will find the power to break down language barriers in the world.
