Financial Planning Analyst

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Noord-Scharwoude, NLD
Hybrid
Junior
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The Role
Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual results; support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning; build and maintain financial models and FP&A systems (Workday Adaptive); partner with product and operations for performance reviews; prepare leadership and board materials; approve purchase requisitions; and drive continuous improvement in reporting and planning.
Summary Generated by Built In

Zero Motorcycles is looking for a detail‑oriented and proactive FP&A Analyst to join our growing global finance team at our new headquarters in Amsterdam. This role combines financial analysis, reporting, and hands‑on operational support to ensure accurate, timely, and insightful financial information across our global operations. This is a highly visible role, working closely with finance leadership and business partners across regions to support decision‑making as we scale. 

What to Expect

Zero Motorcycles is looking for a detail‑oriented and proactive FP&A Analyst to join our growing global finance team at our new headquarters in Amsterdam. This role combines financial analysis, reporting, and hands‑on operational support to ensure accurate, timely, and insightful financial information across our global operations. This is a highly visible role, working closely with finance leadership and business partners across regions to support decision‑making as we scale. 

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, including variance analysis and management reporting. 

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term planning cycles, gathering inputs, validating assumptions, and preparing consolidated deliverables. 

  • Build, maintain, and optimize financial models to support business cases, operational planning, and strategic decision‑making. 

  • Manage and maintain FP&A reporting system (Workday Adaptive), including data inputs, model updates, and recurring reporting packages. 

  • Partner with product, operations, and budget owners to review performance against targets and improve financial visibility across the organization. 

  • Prepare data, analysis, and commentary for senior leadership and Board of Directors materials. 

  • Review and approve purchase requisitions and purchase orders, ensuring alignment with budgets and internal policies. 

  • Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting, planning tools, processes, and cross‑functional collaboration. 

  • 2+ years of experience in FP&A, controlling, or analytical finance roles. 

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. 

  • Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills. 

  • Solid understanding of accounting principles and comfort supporting close activities. 

  • Experience working with FP&A tools and reporting systems. 

  • Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with ERP systems (SAP or similar is a plus). 

  • Ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non‑finance stakeholders. 

  • Comfortable working across multiple time zones and in an international environment. 

  • Highly detail‑oriented, structured, and able to balance operational execution with strategic analysis. 

  • Proactive communicator with strong stakeholder management and a continuous improvement mindset. 

Skills and Attributes
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken). 

  • Analytical, structured, and curious - always looking for smarter, more efficient ways to work. 

  • Ability to connect numbers to strategy and communicate insights with clarity and confidence. 

  • Strong attention to detail, while maintaining a big‑picture perspective. 

  • Enthusiastic, adaptable, and collaborative team player. 

  • Passion for innovation, technology, and sustainability. 

Why Zero Motorcycles

Zero Motorcycles, a leader and innovator in electric motorcycles and commercial powertrains, incorporates advanced technology, stunning design and commitment to environmental benefits. The EV space is growing dramatically, with Zero a leader in the two-wheel category and a rising star in powertrain applications to other OEMs electrifying sport and utility vehicles for powersport and industrial applications.

At Zero Motorcycles, you’ll join a passionate, fast-growing global team with a truly international spirit. While our roots in the United States, have branched-out to Europe and stablished in The Netherlands, our team now spans across more than 10 countries, representing over 15 nationalities—and counting! We thrive in a multicultural, multilingual environment where fresh ideas are welcomed, big dreams are encouraged, and success is celebrated together.

Our team is united by a shared mission and a love for what we do. Whether we're collaborating across time zones or catching up in the office, you'll find a group that’s driven, committed, and always ready to share a laugh.

We value connection beyond the work itself. From office lunches and Friday drinks to spontaneous barbecues when the sun’s out, and legendary Xmas parties and team-building days, we believe in having fun while we work hard.

Working with Zero Motorcycles, you’ll also have opportunities to represent us at events and trade shows—locally and internationally—if that’s something you enjoy. And as we continue to grow, so can you. We’re invested in your development and success, and we can’t wait to see where your journey with us will take you.

Additionally

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Inclusive and open-door culture with driven, fun colleagues.
• Work in a dynamic, innovative environment leading the EV revolution.

Skills Required

  • 2+ years of experience in FP&A, controlling, or analytical finance roles.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles and comfort supporting close activities.
  • Experience working with FP&A tools and reporting systems (Workday Adaptive).
  • Advanced Excel skills.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP or similar).
  • Ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders.
  • Comfortable working across multiple time zones and in an international environment.
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken).
  • Highly detail-oriented, structured, and able to balance operational execution with strategic analysis.
  • Proactive communicator with strong stakeholder management and a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Passion for innovation, technology, and sustainability.
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The Company
HQ: Scotts Valley, CA
302 Employees
Year Founded: 2006

What We Do

Zero Motorcycles is the global leader in electric motorcycles and powertrains. Designed and crafted by hand in California, Zero Motorcycles combines Silicon Valley technology with traditional motorcycle soul to elevate the motorcycling experience for intelligent, innovative riders around the world.

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