Associate Finance Professional - Cash Management… at Arla Foods · PL

Looking to build on your finance experience and take on broader responsibilities in a global finance environment?

Join us as an Associate Finance Professional and become a valued member of the Cash Management department. As one of the world's leading dairies, we need ambitious people with the ability to create a vision and operate with an international perspective.

How you will make an impact

As part of the In House Cash Team, you will play an important role in supporting Arla's global cash operations and banking activities. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external banking partners, you will contribute to the efficient execution of key cash management processes while helping drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives across the department.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your finance expertise in an international Shared Services environment, gain exposure to cash management operations, and collaborate with experienced colleagues across markets. We are looking for candidates with 1-2 years of experience in Shared Services who are eager to continue their professional development and make a tangible impact on the business.

Specifically, you will be working on:

• Execution of manual and electronic payments
• Daily and monthly update of FX rates
• Daily bank accounts reconciliation
• Standardization and automation of In-House-Cash processes
• Preparing treasury reporting
• Participation in Cash Managements Projects
• Daily monitoring of Service Hub queries
• Creation and maintenance of process documentation
• Close cooperation with Back office teams in external banks
• Cooperation with external and internal auditors during audit

What will make you successful

We're looking for someone who already has a solid foundation in finance and is eager to further develop their expertise in cash management, banking operations, and international finance processes.

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• 1-2 years of experience in Finance, Banking, Treasury, or a Shared Services environment
• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Banking, Business Administration, or a related field
• English fluency (written and spoken); German language knowledge will be considered an additional asset
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a structured approach to problem-solving
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of an international team
• A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of tasks and drive issues to resolution
• Good communication skills and the confidence to collaborate with internal stakeholders and external banking partners
• An interest in process improvement, standardization, and automation initiatives
• Experience with banking products, SAP or other ERP systems will be considered an advantage

What do we offer?

• Work in an international environment with teams across different countries
• Scandinavian working style – flat structure, informal atmosphere & no formal dress code
• Flexible working hours with a hybrid work model, offering a balance between office collaboration and home office flexibility
• Additional annual leave of up to 4 extra days, awarded over time in recognition of your tenure with us
• Private medical care (LUX MED) and life insurance (Unum)
• Cafeteria benefits system (gym card, vouchers, travel points, cinema tickets – you choose)
• Employee Assistance Program (psychological, legal and financial support)
• Wellbeing initiatives, including sports activities and communities (e.g. running team)
• Structured onboarding and access to expert‑led trainings
• Co‑financing of education and certifications, supporting continuous professional development
• Employee referral bonus program
• Brand‑new modern office full of greenery and plants
• On‑site parking
• Spacious canteen with fresh breakfasts and lunches available daily

We are committed to salary transparency and will discuss the salary range and benefits before the first interview.

Please note that this role requires you to be in the office 50% of the time + one additional day (monthly).

Read more about Arla Global Shared Services

Global Shared Services consists of multiple functions that are all placed in the Punkt building in Gdańsk.

As of now, we have an IT Services and an IT Solutions division dedicated to SAP as well as a variety of app development and implementation projects. Our procurement and finance functions support a wide array of processes such as purchasing, distribution and sales globally.

We also have a dedicated HR operations division to ensure we attract, develop and retain the very best of talent around the world.

Together, we are all dedicated to one collective mission: ensuring an optimal global supply of fresh Arla products – every single day.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.