Economics jobs in Germany

An exciting opportunity has become available!

OneCart is hiring a Business Analyst responsible for analysing the company’s financial and business risk position, and recommending policy actions through data-driven insights. This role bridges the gap between IT, Finance, and Operations using analytics to assess processes, determine requirements, and deliver strategic improvements.

Core Activities & Accountabilities Manage & Monitor Business Transactions

• Deliver on business financial performance by minimizing risk and improving shareholder value.
• Monitor and reconcile card transactions.
• Investigate and report suspected fraud and financial irregularities.
• Verify payments, refunds, and identify trends in fraudulent activity.
• Collect and analyse financial data to assess potential gains/losses in projects or operations.
  
  

Analyse Business Processes

• Evaluate existing processes to identify inefficiencies or risks.
• Recommend and implement process improvements.
• Document business processes and requirements.
• Automate repetitive or manual business tasks.
  
  

Business Risk Analysis

• Use data analytics to identify and assess business risks.
• Monitor internal/external data that could affect business decisions.
• Develop reports, dashboards, summaries, and presentations for leadership.
• Investigate economic/financial trends that may present risks or opportunities.
• Stay up-to-date with IT and process advancements.
• Train staff on financial risk management.
• Develop and monitor improvement projects.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve risk-related issues.
  
  

Financial & Risk Reporting

• Prepare financial and risk performance reports for Massmart and internal stakeholders.
• Create and distribute dashboards and risk reports.
• Automate reports and dashboards where possible.
• Contribute to monthly finance reporting and insights.
• Collaborate with finance for accurate risk reporting.
  
  

Self-Management & Team Collaboration

• Maintain a positive attitude and professional work ethic.
• Drive your own skills development and career growth.
• Manage your workload effectively and meet deliverables.
• Work closely with team members and support collective goals.
• Uphold company values and policies.
• Report suspected fraud through proper channels.
  
  

General Reporting & Planning

• Daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reporting.
• Analyse business results and recommend systems/process improvements.
  
  

Significant Dimensions

(Quantitative impact details to be provided based on internal metrics – e.g. budgets, volume of transactions, etc.)

Job Specifications

Minimum Requirements

• BCom in Finance or relevant business qualification.
• 3–5 years’ experience in Business or Financial Analysis.
• Strong experience in reporting, presenting, and leading successful projects.
• CA(SA) or CIMA qualification is a strong advantage.
  
  

Competencies & Skills

• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking.
• Stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Excellent documentation and presentation abilities.
• Time management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to explain complex ideas clearly.
• Experience with dashboards (Power BI/Tableau) is an advantage.
• Ability to conduct research and apply findings effectively.