On behalf of our client, we are looking for a Senior Controller / Business Analyst (80–100%) at SOCAR Energy Switzerland GmbH in Zurich.Position: Senior Controller / Business AnalystLocation: Zurich (physical presence is important; 1 day home office/week)THE COMPANYSOCAR Energy Switzerland is part of the international SOCAR Group and operates an extensive network of petrol stations and retail sites across Switzerland. The organisation comprises 6 legal entities in Switzerland and Austria. The Swiss entity operates independently within the group structure, combining clear governance with a pragmatic, market-oriented approach. Transparent reporting lines, clear decision pathways and a long-term ownership structure provide stability for sustainable investment and entrepreneurial development.ROLE & IMPACTThis is a business-critical position. It combines operational controlling responsibility with strategic sparring at CFO level. We are looking for a highly experienced professional with a long-term perspective. Age is not a factor — relevant experience, maturity and stability are what count. You will create transparency, structure financial data and deliver sound decision-making foundations for management, operating within an international multi-entity environment of high complexity. The role requires the ability to further develop structures and set priorities independently in a dynamic setting.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIESOwnership of monthly closings and management reportsVariance analyses and KPI evaluationsManagement of budget and forecast processesFurther development of reporting and planning structuresClose collaboration with CFO, Finance, IT and operational unitsProfessional mentoring of the Junior ControllerREQUIREMENTS – MUST-HAVE CRITERIAUniversity degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration, or equivalent qualificationMinimum 8–10 years of solid controlling experience, including independently building and developing processesVery strong Excel skillsExperience in monthly closing and management reportingExperience in budgeting and forecastingHigh degree of autonomy and structured working styleEnglish C1/B2+ essential — working language for all finance topics and reportingGerman is an advantage (not required — working language is English)Background in Oil & Gas, Energy, Manufacturing or Retail preferred — operational substance is keyCandidates from Banking / Financial Services are not suitable for this roleREQUIREMENTS – DESIRABLEExperience with SAPExperience with IBM Cognos Analytics / Cognos BI (trainable — not an exclusion criterion)Experience with IBM Planning Analytics / TM1 (trainable — not an exclusion criterion)Leadership potential with willingness to manage the Junior Controller going forwardRussian language skills are an advantage given international interfaces within the group structurePERSONALITY PROFILEStrategic thinking combined with operational pragmatismHigh sense of personal accountabilityAnalytical depth combined with strong executionAbility to communicate complex matters clearlyInterest in long-term collaboration and sustained contributionThis role is aimed at experienced professionals with substantial controlling expertise.WORK ENVIRONMENT6 legal entities in Switzerland and Austria, with ongoing integrationDemanding multi-entity setup with active transformation and integration projectsSmall, well-established Finance team with direct access to the CFO and short decision-making pathsNo anonymous corporate environment — decisions are made by people, not processesDirect communication is lived, personal accountability is expected and valuedSuited to personalities who embrace complexity and want to see real impact. Those who fit, stay: employee tenure at the company is well above average.TERMS & CONDITIONSPhysical presence is important given close collaboration within the small team1 day home office per week27 days annual leave; 30 days from age 51Location: Zurich city centre, 1 tram stop or approx. 7 minutes on foot from the main stationIn-house canteen and CHF 300/month meal allowanceBreak areas with billiards and table footballAnnual bonus subject to achievement of personal, team and company targetsCompensation: market-rate, commensurate with experience and seniority — we pay for the right profileCAREER PERSPECTIVEDirect collaboration with the CFOHigh visibility within the organisationRoom to shape reporting and planning architectureInternational organisation with active transformation projectsLong-term role offering stability and responsibilityA position that is deliberately not a standardised corporate controlling function — but a setup with genuine scope for impact in an operationally driven environment
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