Senior Group FP&A Controller (18-month contract)

Swarovski; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work options

Employee discounts

Pension plan

Volunteering leave

Canteen

Zusammenfassung

Swarovski is seeking a Senior Group FP&A Controller to lead group-wide financial planning, reporting, and governance from its Zurich location. You will drive mid-term planning, budgeting, and KPI reporting, partnering with senior leaders to standardize processes and deliver insightful analyses.

You will manage models, support cross-functional teams, and contribute to strategic decisions. The role is 18 months with extension potential and requires strong English, German a plus, and advanced Excel

Qualifikationen

• Master degree in Finance, Economics or Business
• 5–7 years in a global, fast-paced FP&A/controlling role
• Advanced Excel modelling capabilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent English; German would be an asset
• Knowledge of SAP BW, Tableau, Anaplan and Tagetik is advantageous
• Experience in M&A, due diligence or investment banking is a plus
• Ability to work with stakeholders at all levels and drive cross-functional initiatives

Aufgaben

• Lead and enhance group-wide financial planning and reporting processes
• Develop and maintain planning models for mid-term planning, budget and target setting
• Advise local and central teams on planning and reporting topics
• Standardize planning processes, KPIs, and governance instruments
• Perform ad hoc analyses for top management with clear insights
• Drive cross-functional projects and coordinate with external stakeholders

Kenntnisse

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Finance

Tools

SAP BW

Tableau

Anaplan

Tagetik

Jobbeschreibung

At Swarovski, you don’t just join a brand - you help reinvent one of the most iconic names in fashion and design. Here, bold ideas matter, creativity drives change, collaboration is valued, and your work shapes how the world experiences brilliance. If you’re ready to push boundaries, grow your skills, and leave your mark where innovation meets timeless elegance, we’re ready for you.

We’re looking for a Senior Group FP&A Controller to drive and continuously enhance group-wide financial planning, reporting, and governance. This is your chance to influence strategic decisions, partner with senior stakeholders, and drive standardization across the organization.

Please note that this is an 18-month contract, with the possibility of extension upon successful completion of the initial contract term.

About the job

• Manages the execution of financial planning process (mid-term planning, budget, target setting) and reporting processes (monthly, quarterly reports), ensuring accurate and consistent financial results provided across all deliverables
• Manages and further develops financial planning models to facilitate the mid-term planning, budget and target setting
• Acts as advisor/sparring partner to local & central teams on financial planning & reporting related topic
• Acts as an internal consultant and advisor to other team members within Business Finance and beyond whenever profound and in-depth knowledge about financial planning and reporting is required
• Designs and standardizes financial planning and reporting processes and systems
• Designs and standardizes the financial governance instruments and processes e.g. financial steering concept, dimensions, attributes and KPIs
• Designs ad hoc analysis on request of top management for fact-based decision making (extract data from financial management systems, deliver properly formatted reports with insightful comments)
• Plans, executes and/or leads selected special projects that require cross-functional engagement and external stakeholders, as appropriate.
• Plans, schedules, and controls project activities to fulfil objectives and satisfy project requirements

About you

• Master degree, ideally in Business, Finance or Economics
• 5-7 years of professional experience in a similar role within a global, fast-paced environment
• Advanced Excel modelling capabilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent English proficiency, presentation, and communication skills
• Fluency in German would be an asset
• Knowledge of SAP BW, Tableau, Anaplan and Tagetik -or similar tools- would be an asset
• Experience in M&A, Due Diligence or Investment Banking would be a plus
• Team orientation, and ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
• Innovative and creative approach whenever possible and can-do attitude

What we offer

• Learning and career development programs to help you grow
• A global employee assistance program offering support in the areas of mental, physical, and emotional health, managerial support as well as financial and legal matters
• Hybrid and flexible work options to support your work-life balance
• Paid volunteering leave to support causes that matter to you
• Exclusive employee discounts on Swarovski products
• Full coverage of accident insurance
• Attractive pension fund conditions
• Subsidized public transportation or free parking
• Employee canteen with buffet

About Swarovski

Swarovski creates crystal-based products of unique quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality. Founded in Austria in 1895, we design, manufacture, and sell the world’s finest crystals, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds, zirconia, jewelry, accessories, and home décor. Sustainability and responsibility are at the heart of our brand, from circular innovation to diversity, inclusion, and the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation. We empower people to express their individuality with confidence and respect, and we believe that different perspectives make us stronger. Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair, inclusive recruitment and to building a workplace where everyone feels they truly belong.

Recruitment Process at Swarovski

We will be in touch once your application has been carefully reviewed to ask you additional questions, share position details and the next steps. If successful, we will invite you for at least one interview and might ask you to prepare a case study or do an assessment test. You will have time to ask your questions too.

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