Junior Financial Planning Analyst (FP&A) - Fixed-term 8-month contract

Junior Financial Planning Analyst role at Proton in Geneva, Switzerland, for an 8-month fixed-term contract. The position supports financial strategy through budgeting, forecasting, and analysis using tools like Excel and Pigment.

This fixed-term position within Proton’s Finance function in Geneva supports the company’s financial strategy by contributing to accurate financial planning and analysis. Reporting to the FP&A team lead, the role helps maintain the organization’s financial health through data-driven insights and strategic support.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Carry out variance analysis to spot trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Build and maintain financial models to support strategic goals.
• Review financial performance and deliver insights to senior leaders.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly financial reporting.
• Work with different teams to collect data and ensure financial accuracy.
• Use Pigment for financial planning, reporting, and visualizing data.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related area.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including complex functions.
• Experience using Pigment or similar financial planning tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills.

What the company offers

• Work that Matters: Your contributions support a mission trusted by millions — protecting privacy without external influence from advertisers, investors, or governments.
• A great Team: Join a diverse, collaborative group with members from top institutions like MIT, Harvard, Stanford, Caltech, Cambridge, and ETH.
• Technology: You’ll receive the hardware and software needed to perform your best.
• Learning & Development: Proton supports your growth with real responsibilities and ownership from day one, accelerating your career.
• Employee Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, retirement options, generous leave, and wellness support are provided to help you stay well.
• Stock Options: From day one, you become a shareholder with a real stake in Proton’s success.
• In-Person Collaboration: Work face-to-face with passionate, purpose-driven colleagues in offices in Geneva, Zürich, Barcelona, London, and more.
• Food: Lunch and snacks are provided daily in the office.
• Transport: Public transport, bike allowances, or parking costs are covered by Proton.
• Flexible Working: Set your own schedule based on what works best for you and your team — results matter more than clock time.

About the company

Proton was founded in 2014 by CERN scientists on the belief that privacy is a basic human right. The company is profitable, independent, and hires selectively from the top 1% of applicants. With over 500 team members across more than 50 countries, Proton operates with a flat structure, moves quickly, and focuses on real impact.

• Founded by CERN scientists in 2014 with a mission to protect privacy as a human right.
• Profitable and independent — not controlled by venture capital.
• Hires from the top 1% of applicants, with team members from elite institutions and organizations.
• Fast-moving, low-hierarchy environment focused on results and impact.