Finance Analyst (d/w/m)

Finance Analyst (d/w/m)

JOB PURPOSE
The Finance Business Partner plays a key role in the Switzerland MSO organization (~CHF 300m turnover), supporting forecasting, financial modelling, and strategic decision-making with an ownership mindset.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performance Management

• Lead monthly financial reporting cycle (Actual and Forecast)

• Support the sales and operations planning process and improve forecast accuracy.

• Monitor and challenge Brand & Marketing investment budget

• Monitor and challenge Overhead budget in liaison with Financial Excellence Team

• Analyze Gross Margin movements (GMVA) and drive actions to improve profitability

• Monitor business performance and implement actions to achieve annual financial targets

• Monitor working Capital with a strong focus on debtor management

• Support annual business planning activities.

• Support innovation business cases and performance tracking of innovation performance

Business Partnering Commercial teams

• Partner with customer development teams to support annual negotiations and value creation initiatives.

• Review rebate agreements, monitor monthly provisions for accuracy, track trade spending utilization, and manage outstanding rebates.

• Drive optimization of trade marketing investments.

• Improve customer profitability across multiple product categories.

Stewardship

• Improve order-to-cash processes and strengthen governance for rebates, pricing, and contracts.

• Execute order-to-cash and trade terms controls in accordance with internal control requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-5 years of relevant finance experience

• Master’s degree in finance, Business, or Economics

• Fluent English; German is a plus

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong commercial and financial acumen with a proven track record of delivering results.

• Ownership mindset with the ability to solve complex business challenges using data-driven insights.

• Excellent analytical, communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modelling, and data analysis; Microsoft Power BI knowledge is an advantage.

• Demonstrates accountability, resilience, and strong business judgment to drive high performance and profitable growth.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

• 38-hour work week with flexible hours and the option for remote work
• 30 days of vacation plus December 24th and 31st off
• Meal allowance: €65 per month
• Access to Manager Check‑Ups – Optional executive‑level health screenings to support long‑term well‑being and performance
• Company pension & shares
• In-house café: snacks, lunch, and coffee specialties at discounted prices
• Discounts via Corporate Benefits
• Deutschland Ticket: €50 monthly subsidy or a discounted company bike
• Free training opportunities and access to our own learning platform
• E-GYM/Wellpass for €20 per month & free corporate health management & a 24/7 counseling service
• And the best for last – unlimited ice cream!

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