Overview
A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Financial Controller for its Montreux site. This key role suits a hands-on finance leader who will ensure strong financial governance, maintain high accounting standards, and support business growth during a phase of expansion. The position combines operational finance leadership with strategic oversight, in close collaboration with local and international stakeholders.
Responsibilities
* Supervise and mentor the finance team, fostering an environment that encourages collaborative knowledge sharing and supports individual professional development.
* Direct the month-end closing process by ensuring the preparation of accurate financial statements for senior management and stakeholders, upholding transparency throughout all reporting cycles.
* Formulate budgets, develop financial forecasts, and conduct variance analyses to inform strategic financial planning and guide organisational decision-making.
* Oversee cash flow management to guarantee sufficient resources for operational requirements while maintaining strict adherence to internal policies.
* Ensure full tax compliance by meticulously reporting financial information in accordance with all relevant regulations and statutory requirements, thereby protecting the organisation\'s reputation.
* Coordinate with external auditors by providing thorough documentation and facilitating audit processes according to regulatory standards.
* Monitor weekly, monthly, and quarterly performance against established budgetary targets for all business units, delivering comprehensive reports that support operational enhancements.
* Design and implement cost reduction strategies aimed at achieving ambitious savings objectives without compromising quality or service standards.
* Participate in system upgrades and efficiency improvement initiatives, contributing meaningfully to operational excellence across multiple sites.
* Prepare detailed product and project margin reports for management review, thereby supporting informed decisions regarding future investments.
What sets you apart
* Finance Manager with 5+ years of post-qualification experience in an industrial environment in Switzerland.
* Background in manufacturing, ideally across multi-site or multi-plant operations.
* Fluent in English and French.
* Proven people manager, with experience developing finance talent through coaching and feedback.
* Strong ownership of P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and KPIs.
* Track record of improving operational performance through collaborative, cross-functional work.
* Comfortable working autonomously while contributing effectively within a team environment.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to interact across all levels of the organisation.
* Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, execution-focused approach.
* Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines without compromising accuracy.
* Advanced IT skills; experience with SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, or similar ERP systems.
* Willing to travel between sites as required.
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