FINANCE SPECIALIST / FASHION / LUGANO

Sidler SA; Ticino; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidler SA is seeking a motivated Finance Specialist to join the finance function in Switzerland. The role blends accounting, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, treasury and cost controlling with process optimization and digitalization.

The successful candidate will partner with Sales, Procurement and Operations, delivering financial analysis, improving reporting tools and supporting data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Management Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting, finance, controlling or a similar position.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and core finance processes.
• Strong digital aptitude and a genuine interest in financial systems, automation and data-driven reporting.
• Excellent command of Excel; familiarity with ERP systems, BI tools and reporting automation solutions will be considered an advantage.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger activities, account reconciliations, monthly and annual closing procedures, financial reporting and audit-related activities.
• Oversee banking activities and payment processes, ensuring effective liquidity management and accurate short- and long-term cash flow forecasting.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities, monitor financial performance, analyse budget variances and identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and automate finance processes, enhance reporting tools and improve the quality, accuracy and efficiency of financial data.
• Work closely with Sales, Procurement, Operations and other business functions, providing financial analysis and insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Proactive

Interpersonal & communication skills

Independent working

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Management Engineering or a related discipline

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

BI tools

Reporting automation

Job description

On behalf of our client, an established and dynamic company, we are looking for motivated and digitally minded Finance Specialist to join its finance function.

This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional with a solid accounting background and a genuine interest in technology, automation and process optimization.

The position offers a broad scope of responsibilities, combining operational accounting activities with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, treasury and cost controlling. Beyond day-to-day finance operations, the successful candidate will play an active role in improving internal processes, developing reporting tools and contributing to the digital evolution of the finance function.

We are looking for an analytical, proactive and curious professional who enjoys working with numbers, systems and people, and is eager to make a tangible contribution to the business.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accounting & Financial Reporting: Manage general ledger activities, account reconciliations, monthly and annual closing procedures, financial reporting and audit-related activities.
• Treasury & Cash Flow Management: Oversee banking activities and payment processes, ensuring effective liquidity management and accurate short- and long-term cash flow forecasting.
• Budgeting & Cost Controlling: Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities, monitor financial performance, analyse budget variances and identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Process Optimization & Digitalization: Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and automate finance processes, enhance reporting tools and improve the quality, accuracy and efficiency of financial data.
• Business Partnering: Work closely with Sales, Procurement, Operations and other business functions, providing financial analysis and insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.

YOUR PROFILE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Management Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting, finance, controlling or a similar position.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and core finance processes.
• Good understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and cost controlling, or a strong willingness to further develop in these areas.
• Strong digital aptitude and a genuine interest in financial systems, automation and data-driven reporting.
• Excellent command of Excel; familiarity with ERP systems, BI tools and reporting automation solutions will be considered an advantage.
• Ability to interact effectively with different business functions and translate financial information into clear and meaningful insights.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Analytical mindset and strong attention to detail.
• Proactive, hands-on and solution-oriented approach.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for technology, digitalization and continuous improvement.
• Strong sense of responsibility, accuracy and ownership.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team environment.

This role is ideal for a finance professional looking to broaden their responsibilities and take an active role in shaping the future of a modern finance function.

You will have the opportunity to combine strong accounting fundamentals with financial analysis, digital innovation and process improvement, contributing directly to the efficiency, transparency and performance of the business.