Working Student (f/m/d) - Strategic Financial Planning / M&A Controlling

Job Description

We help the world run better

At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

What you´ll build

• Support acquisition performance tracking for acquired companies, including involvement in related strategic projects
• Support with master data compliance checks to ensure all changes are accurately reflected in relevant systems
• Contribute to forecasting, budgeting, and stakeholder reporting activities
• Collaborate proactively with team members, managers, and internal stakeholders across an international environment
• Gain hands-on experience with industry-leading SAP products such as SAP Analytics Cloud, Business AI, and Signavio.

What you bring

• Student (f/m/d) at a university or a university of applied sciences
• Preferred fields of study: Business Administration, Economics, or a related field with strong academic performance
• Computer skills / Programming languages: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
• Language skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and German
• Soft skills: Strong attention to detail and quality, Strong analytical skills, Highly results-driven with a proactive mindset, Strong team player with a collaborative approach
• Other important skills/experience: First work experience in Finance & Controlling is a plus
• Working from (Berlin or Walldorf) office is required

Where you belong

Located within Global Controlling, the Strategic Financial Planning team supports SAP’s Executive Board in achieving mid- and long-term financial ambitions through consistent financial modeling, including the financial impact of acquisitions and divestitures.

The team provides expertise in business case creation, portfolio evaluation, and the analysis of tactical and strategic options, making a real difference in key decision-making processes. In Mergers & Acquisitions, it offers exposure to Post-Merger Integration activities.

Additionally, the team tracks business plans and monitors key performance indicators to validate execution progress and the reliability of mid- and long-term forecasts. Through this work, team members directly impact SAP’s financial results, business operations, and strategic direction.

Your set of application documents should contain a cover letter, a resume in table form, school leaving certificates, certificate of enrollment, current university transcript of records, copies of any academic degrees already earned, and if available, references from former employers (including internships). Please also describe your experience and skills in foreign languages and computer programs / programming languages.

This is a SAP global, strategic, paid working student position that provides students with opportunities to find purpose in their careers.

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Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.

We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.

For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

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Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

Requisition ID: 449608 | Work Area: Finance | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Student | Employment Type: Limited Part Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid