BFF Bank spa is a banking institution with a presence in the market for approximately 40 years, listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, and continuously growing and expanding. It is the largest specialized finance operator in Italy, as well as a leader in Europe in managing and disposing of non-performing commercial credit claims against Public Administrations. The Group also leads in Italy in Securities Services and banking payment services.

Job Purpose The Finance, Planning & Data Analytics Specialist supports the Finance, Administration, Planning & Control department by driving data-driven decision-making, enhancing reporting capabilities, automating processes, improving operational efficiency, and providing analytical insights to support business performance and strategic decision-making. The role combines financial analysis, business planning, data analytics, and process optimization to support strategic and operational objectives.

Financial Planning & Analysis

- Support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning activities.
- Monitor financial and operational performance against targets.
- Perform profitability, cost, portfolio, and business performance analysis.
- Prepare management reports and financial performance presentations.
- Contribute to business cases and strategic projects through quantitative analysis.

Operational Finance & Administrative Processes

- Support day-to-day finance and administrative activities to ensure smooth business operations.
- Manage and monitor payment processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal procedures.
- Process and control financial and operational transactions within company systems.
- Ensure accurate booking and processing of business transactions within internal systems and reporting platforms.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve operational incidents and data discrepancies.
- Support the development of predictive models and advanced analytics solutions to improve business decision-making.




- Maintain appropriate documentation and audit trails for transactions and administrative processes.
- Contribute to the standardization and automation of operational and administrative workflows.

Data Analytics & Business Intelligence

- Analyze large datasets to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and business drivers.
- Develop dashboards and automated reporting solutions using BI tools.
- Transform complex data into actionable business insights.
- Support the definition and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Perform customer, portfolio, product, and market segmentation analysis.

Process Automation & Digital Transformation

- Identify opportunities to improve and automate finance and administrative processes.
- Develop automated workflows and reporting solutions to reduce manual activities.
- Collaborate with IT and business teams to implement data-driven solutions.
- Promote continuous improvement initiatives leveraging technology and analytics.
- Ensure data quality, consistency, and governance standards.

Business Support & Strategic Analysis

- Support cross-functional projects involving finance, commercial, operations, and risk teams.
- Conduct ad-hoc analyses to support management decision-making.
- Evaluate business opportunities through statistical and financial analysis.
- Assist in the implementation of new analytical tools and methodologies.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Finance, Data Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
- Master's Degree in Big Data, Data Science, Business Analytics, Finance, or similar is a plus.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Knowledge of data analytics, business intelligence,



and process automation concepts.
- Knowledge of financial concepts, budgeting, and business planning.
- Experience with data visualization and Business Intelligence tools.
- Advanced Excel skills.

Preferred Technical Skills

- Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools.
- SQL and database management.
- Fundamental knowledge of machine learning and predictive analytics.
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling.
- Process mining and automation tools (e.g., Celonis, Power Automate).
- ERP and financial reporting systems.
- Python for data analysis and automation.
- Experience in financial planning, budgeting, and performance analysis.
- Knowledge of process optimization and digital transformation initiatives.

Key Competencies

- Strong analytical thinking.
- Problem-solving mindset.
- Data-driven decision-making.
- Attention to detail.
- Continuous improvement orientation.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to translate technical findings into business recommendations.

Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies

At BFF Bank, we ensure that every individual has access to the same opportunities and equal treatment. Each person is evaluated based on their value, skills, and merits, regardless of their ethnicity, age, gender, disability, or other characteristics (such as marital or parental status) that could be a potential discrimination factor. This allows the Bank, at a Group level, to attract and nurture the best talents, hiring them based on objective, non-discriminatory, and meritocratic criteria.

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📌 Finance, Planning & Data Analytics Specialist (Madrid)
🏢 BFF Banking Group
📍 Madrid