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Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years. 

With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide.  The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.

Job Overview:

Responsible for overseeing financial forecasting, budgeting, performance analysis, and strategic financial planning activities. This role will work closely with senior management and cross-functional teams to provide data-driven insights, drive business decisions, and support the overall financial health of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Planning & Forecasting:

• Lead the annual budgeting process and the quarterly forecasting process, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast revenue, expenses, and other key financial metrics.
• Collaborate with department heads to prepare accurate and timely budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and compare actual performance to budgeted/forecasted results, providing explanations for variances.

2. Financial Analysis & Reporting:

• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, highlighting financial performance, trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Analyze profitability, cost structure, and other financial metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimize resource allocation.
• Support the preparation of executive-level presentations and strategic financial reviews for senior leadership.

3. Business Partnership & Decision Support:

• Act as a trusted business partner to key functional areas, including Sales, Operations, Marketing, and R&D, to provide financial insights and help guide decision-making.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to optimize operational efficiency, cost control, and revenue growth.
• Assist in the evaluation of new investments, projects, and initiatives, providing financial modeling and ROI analysis.

4. Process Improvement & Automation:

• Continuously identify opportunities to improve financial planning, reporting, and analysis processes.
• Lead efforts to streamline reporting workflows, implement financial systems enhancements, and leverage automation tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.

5. Ad-Hoc Analysis & Special Projects:

• Manage and perform special ad-hoc financial analyses, modeling, and reporting as needed by senior leadership or external stakeholders.
• Lead or participate in strategic finance projects, including mergers and acquisitions, system implementations, and process improvements.

6. Team Leadership & Development:

• Manage and mentor a team of financial analysts, providing guidance and development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven team environment, ensuring that the FP&A team is aligned with business objectives and timelines.

Key Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus.
• Experience:
  • 5-7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a related field.
  • Proven track record of managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting processes.
  • Experience with financial modeling, scenario analysis, and decision support.
• Skills:
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis.
  • Familiarity with financial planning software (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, Oracle, SAP, Hyperion) is a plus.
  • Ability to present complex financial data in a clear, concise, and actionable manner.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Personal Traits:
  • High level of integrity and professionalism.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

VAT is an equal opportunity employer. We see ourselves as a responsible and far-sighted employer that offers not only jobs, but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified application that contributes to innovation, improves customer orientation and employee satisfaction. One-step in this direction is to ensure that people are recognized and fairly compensated for their contributions to the company. In 2021, VAT received the Fair-ON-Pay+ certificate as an acknowledgement for our commitment in ensuring equal pay for equal work between men and women.