Senior Finance Analyst

The company seeks a Senior Finance Analyst in Zürich to lead financial controlling, analysis, and reporting. The position requires strong analytical skills, accounting knowledge, and bilingual proficiency in English and German.

This position focuses on driving financial controlling, analysis, and reporting to back strategic choices and ensure fiscal success. The role delivers advanced technical and analytical support for planning, reporting, and performance management across financial and client service functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly performance reviews, annual planning, forecasting, and reporting through controlling and analysis.
• Offer functional and technical advice to team members and stakeholders, addressing challenges and refining workflows.
• Create and evaluate reports for both routine and specific financial data requests.
• Design fresh analytical methods and problem-solving strategies to boost finance capabilities and provide leadership insights.
• Collaborate with other departments and global offices as a trusted advisor on financial matters.
• Lead reporting and analytical projects with minimal supervision, focusing on innovative report design and process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance.
• Minimum of three years of finance experience, preferably within a professional services setting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the capacity to start tasks independently and follow through to completion.
• Ability to handle pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Solid grasp of accounting principles and financial tracking methods.
• High level of discretion when handling confidential data, adhering to strict professional and process standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
• Fluency in both English and German, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice to have

• Degree or major in Controlling.
• Experience with efficient data management and familiarity with reporting tools like SAP or SAC.

What the company offers

• A continuous learning environment featuring structured programs, clear feedback, and rapid skill development.
• An inclusive culture where ideas and contributions are valued from the start.
• Access to a global network of colleagues spanning over 65 countries and 100 nationalities.
• A competitive salary determined by location, experience, and skill set.
• A comprehensive benefits package supporting the well-being of employees and their families.
• Mentorship, resources, and opportunities to expand expertise and develop into a well-rounded professional.

About the company

The firm operates in a high-performance setting, fostering a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to address significant challenges. It maintains a strong commitment to ethics and integrity while encouraging diverse perspectives to drive optimal outcomes. This diversity is seen as a key driver of creativity and effective problem-solving.

• Thrives in a high-performance environment with a growth mindset.
• Upholds a strong commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Encourages diverse perspectives to achieve the best outcomes.
• Leverages diversity to fuel creativity and develop effective solutions.