Data Specialist
Company Description
At lastminute.com, we live for the holidays. We are the European Travel-Tech leader in Dynamic Holiday Packages. With technology, we turn spontaneous thoughts into meaningful experiences, helping people travel the world.
We are looking for a Data Specialist for its Tech for Finance team based in Chiasso.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Supporting the automation of Finance teams’ processes (passive reconciliation, monthly closing, billing and credit note controls, etc.) acting as a Developer and supporting and communicating with IT and Finance departments.
Supporting in defining tasks for the team activities (data quality, data integration, data acquisition, data analysis, reporting) and directly developing them according to the needs and priorities of different stakeholders
Identification of areas of improvement/inefficiencies impacting our systems and collaborating to develop and reengineering new IT processes/functionalities
Qualifications
Essential
University education in Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics
1/2 years of application and software development experience
Knowledge of data mining techniques and tools ETL
Strong experience with using MySQL, RDBMS
Good experience with using Microsoft Excel
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Easily able to communicate technical and analytical content in an understandable way
Fluency in English
Desirable
1+ years with ETL tool Talend Open Studio
Abilities/Qualities
Strong attitude to embrace teamwork
Ability to manage numerous tasks simultaneously and to set deadlines
Project management skills and good communication abilities
Curiosity and willingness to discover and have new challenges
A proactive attitude focused on "problem-solving", and it is essential to have a spirit of adaptation in order to be able to get the required result
Innovative thinker, positive, proactive and readily embraces change
Additional Information
Perks of working with us:
How we work together
- An inclusive, friendly, and international environment (you’ll be working with colleagues from +10 countries and over 48 nationalities)
- Shorter working week (36h as full time), with a half working day on Fridays
- Flexible start and end of the working day, with core hours from 10:00 to 4:00 pm
- Possibility to work from anywhere for a period of time per year defined according to local regulations
How we learn together
- Fri-Yays: half a day on Friday morning with a no-meeting mandate and dedicated to personal growth, learning and training and/or focus time.
- Access to e-learning platforms (e.g. Discovery, O’reilly - depending on the department), professional and managerial skills development training paths
Other perks
- 2 paid days off per year for volunteering purposes
- Occasional social events to foster connections among colleagues
- Travel industry discounts and flash exclusive staff fares
- We support our employees through life's significant moments with leave options (e.g parental responsibilities, marriages, bereavements, relocations, etc.) in line with local laws.
Wish you were here? We do, too!
Selection process steps*:
- HR interview (10-30 minutes)
- 1st interview (Manager): soft skills + technical knowledge trough a SQL Test
- 2nd interview (Hiring Manager): final interview
- Offer extended
*Please note the process can slightly vary. The recruiter in charge will share more details when setting up the interview.
Our commitment to celebrate diversity and generate belonging
At the heart of our culture is a commitment to inclusion across race, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity or expression, and accessibility. We strongly believe in an equal opportunity space, which is welcoming and celebrates the uniqueness of everyone who works here. We value different lived experiences and respect viewpoints, as we know unicity drives innovation. We want to make sure our people reflect the communities across the world we help travel.
Eligibility criteria
By submitting your information and application, you confirm that you are legally authorized to work in the country of employment and that you do not require visa sponsorship to obtain employment visa status.
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At lastminute.com, we're on a mission to make holidays unforgettable, and we need a talented Data Specialist to join our dynamic Tech for Finance team in stunning Chiasso, Switzerland. If you're passionate about transforming data into actionable insights, this is your chance! As a Data Specialist, you'll play a crucial role in automating Finance processes such as reconciliations, monthly closures, and billing controls. Collaborating across IT and Finance departments, you'll have the opportunity to tackle challenges head-on, enhancing both data quality and integration. With a keen eye for identifying inefficiencies, you'll help drive the development of new IT functionalities that boost our systems. An ideal candidate will possess a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics, and ideally hold 1 to 2 years of experience in app development. Proficiency in MySQL and data mining techniques is a must. We're looking for someone who's not just technically savvy but also a fantastic communicator—one who can break down complex concepts for various stakeholders. Join us in our inclusive, friendly workplace where you'll enjoy perks like a shorter workweek, flexible hours, and access to learning opportunities. Together, let's shape the future of travel technology at lastminute.com!
Our mission is to simplify, personalize, and enhance our customers' travel experience by leveraging technology.
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