Finance Planning & Analysis Manager (m/f/d)

What this position is about - Purpose:
The Finance Business Partner is a crucial member of the finance team and a trusted business partner to the organization. In this role, you will be actively driving budgeting, forecasting and reporting processes, with ownership and responsibility over market P&L. You will be actively providing full commercial support and analysis to the local Leadership team and Finance Director for key management decisions, as well as participate in various ad-hoc projects to drive growth of business in Switzerland.

What will you do - Responsibilities:

• Drive planning and budgeting processes, covering Volume, P&L, marketing and sales budget, OPEX for various planning cycles (ASP/LE/OL)
• Hands-on support with sales volume planning and reporting
• Provide comprehensive financial analysis and strategic recommendations
• Provide structured and full support to the Finance Director and the entire leadership team with solid financial input for business initiatives
• Develop excise and pricing simulation scenarios and provide commercial insights for performance improvement and growth.
• Consolidate, analyze and explain monthly performance to various stakeholders (local Leadership team, Region, Corporate)
• Take responsibility for coordinating Business Approval Processes (BAP/MEMO) from a finance perspective
• Ensure timely and accurate submission for all planning cycles to Corporate systems (IBP, GPM etc.).
• Maintain and further develop internal planning models and reports
• Develop other members of the team, by coaching them on all main aspects of commercial finance
• Offer cross-functional support to all departments through collaboration, knowledge transfer, and solid financial input.

Who are we looking for - Requirements:

• University Degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting (Master's degree is a plus).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an FP&A role with prior experience in planning and analysis of financial results, preferably in a multinational FMCG organization.
• Solid experience in scenario planning, financial modelling, and high commercial acumen.
• Fluent in English.
• Strong MS application skills, especially in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of SAP4 functionalities
• Good presentation skills
• Ability to manage deadlines under tight time pressure.
• Proactive, creative, and flexible attitude.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, good team player and ability to develop people.

What we offer:

• The flexibility to shape your work schedule and work location: We build on flexible working time models, including a home office and a state-of-the-art office environment
• Your well-being is our priority: We engage in various programs and activities supporting our employee’s wellbeing
• A versatile & dynamic job with a leading Top Employer in Switzerland
• A family-like corporate culture combined with the development opportunities of an international corporation
• Extensive additional benefits such as a company pension plan, sports programs/classes, gym, supported meal plans and much more

What are the next steps – Recruitment process:

Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply. We look forward to receiving your application (CV and Cover letter)