CTC is a specialized search and recruitment partner for the Life Sciences industry, serving clients and candidates since 1997. We enable careers by connecting talented professionals with meaningful opportunities, and we support our clients in engaging, retaining, and developing the right talent when needed.

Our client, a global market leader in the production and process support of active pharmaceutical ingredients, both in the chemical and biotechnology sectors, is recruiting for a talented:

Senior Financial Planning Analyst

Duration: 6 months, extension possible

Location of work: Basel, Switzerland

In this role, you will support the financial planning, forecasting, and reporting activities across the CHI division, with a strong focus on hands‑on execution and analytical support. The role involves working extensively with large datasets, building and maintaining Excel‑based planning tools, coordinating regional inputs, and translating complex financial information into clear business insights.

Main responsibilities:

  • Support end‑to‑end planning and analysis processes including annual budget, outlooks, forecasts, and monthly close, with hands-on ownership of planning models and Excel templates.
  • Set up, maintain, and continuously improve Excel-based planning and analysis files for new planning cycles, ensuring robustness, consistency, and ease of use across regions.
  • Support the carve‑out project team in executing administrative and separation‑related finance tasks.
  • Coordinate planning and reporting activities with regional finance teams, including data collection, validation, alignment of assumptions, and timeline management.
  • Improve reporting and planning processes by enhancing existing reports, streamlining data flows, and supporting the adoption of digital tools (e.g., Power BI).

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Relevant Swiss working/residency permit and/or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required.
  • At least 3 years of experience working in finance, in either pharmaceutical, CDMO, FMCG, Consulting or multinational companies.
  • Strong capability in managing and transforming large datasets into clear, actionable business insights.
  • Advanced Excel skills (complex models, Power Query, pivots, automation) and solid understanding of Power BI for reporting, data modeling, and visualization.
  • Skilled at leading multiple complex initiatives simultaneously to drive successful performance.
  • Use a structured approach to work and applies learning to new situations.

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