Finance Controller - Operations (m/f/d)

at  Weleda

Weleda is the world’s leading manufacturer of certified natural and organic cosmetics and anthroposophic pharmaceuticals. These are developed, produced and marketed with the help of 2,500 employees worldwide. We take a holistic approach to people’s health and wellbeing with our products. A forward-looking approach, social commitment and economic success are the pillars of Weleda. In harmony with nature and the human being – since 1921.
Weleda AG
Schweiz
Dychweg 14
CH-4144 Arlesheim
Phone: +41(0) 61 705 2121
For our finance pharma department we are looking for a

REQUIREMENTS, QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Several years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry
• Proven experience in production and project controlling
• Strong background in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
• Proficiency in financial software and systems like SAP, Power BI and Excel
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and deliver actionable insights
• Experience with data preparation and report generation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy and independent working style
• Strong problem-solving skills and efficient handling of ad hoc requests
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Experience in developing and implementing KPIs for production performance improvement
• Professional communication skills in both English and German

Our Benefits:

• Approachable leadership principles
• Sustainability & value orientation
• Company canteen
• Remote working options
• Company pension scheme

When will we get to know you?
We look forward to receiving your complete electronic application via our job portal (unfortunately, applications by post or e-mail cannot be considered).
We welcome all people regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity

The Controller - Finance Pharma role is a multifaceted position that combines production and project controlling within the Business Unit (BU) Pharma. The primary responsibilities include ensuring efficient and cost-effective production processes through strong business partnership, monitoring and analyzing production data and costs, and managing the financial aspects of various projects. The role supports the company’s profitability and customer satisfaction goals by optimizing resource utilization and allocation.

Production Controlling:

• Monitor and analyze production data to optimize resource utilization and allocation
• Collaborate with Business Partners to meet Production and Operations budget targets while maintaining high standards of quality and cost efficiency
• Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to improve production performance
• Oversee the financial management of Production and Operations in the Pharma Business Unit

Reporting and Data Preparation:

• Prepare and update various reports, including monthly comments, performance reviews, and presentations
• Download and analyze data from systems like Axapta, SAP, and Power BI
• Conduct monthly reviews with management and Business Partners

Planning and Forecasting:

• Detailed Budgeting & Forecasting of cost center costs, FTEs and investments in close collaboration with Business Partners

Project Controlling:

• Prepare Business Cases and manage the financial aspects of projects
• Monitoring of project spend to ensure projects are completed within budget
• Work closely with project managers and other stakeholders to maintain project alignment with company goals

Ad hoc:

• Handle various ad hoc requests and analyses as needed