Senior Controlling Analyst (m/w/d)

Role Overview

Join an international client team in Lucerne to serve as the main finance contact for manufacturing companies within a complex structure of entities managed and incorporated in Switzerland. In this capacity, you will oversee general accounting activities, ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and play a pivotal role in month-end and year-end closing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely and accurate booking and justification of accounting transactions
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial records in accordance with US GAAP, IFRS, and the Swiss Code of Obligations
• Prepare statutory financial statements and tax-related documentation
• Play a key role in internal and external audit engagements
• Maintain and continuously improve internal controls and accounting procedures
• Act as the primary contact for complex transactions and key accounting judgments
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional and international teams
• Manage senior stakeholder relationships across Finance, Tax, Treasury, and Manufacturing
• Serve as the main finance contact for assigned manufacturing companies

Required Profile

• A recognized accounting qualification equivalent to a Swiss CPA or US CPA
• Strong professional knowledge of accounting and finance
• Solid understanding of US GAAP, IFRS, and Swiss statutory accounting requirements
• Experience working in a multinational company, ideally within a manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical skills and a solution-oriented approach to complex situations
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform or a strong willingness to learn
• Technically confident, with a keen interest in finance processes and digitalization
• Fluent English, both written and spoken
• Clear and concise communication skills, including the ability to communicate and support change
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-changing environment
• Professional and collaborative approach, with a willingness to take ownership and responsibility

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work in a highly regulated and innovative biopharmaceutical environment
• Exposure to global quality processes and cross-functional collaboration
• A dynamic team culture with opportunities for professional growth and development
• A hybrid working model, with a minimum of three days per week on-site; on-site presence may increase depending on business needs
• Location: Schachen, Lucerne
• Contract duration: 12 months, with the possibility of extension
• Employment type: Temporary assignment
• Start date: 1 January 2027