Financial Planning Senior Analyst 80 – 100% (f/m/d) at Hitachi

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Planning, Forecasting, Budgeting, Long-Range Planning, Data Driven Approaches, Financial Modeling, Scenario Analysis, Automation, Technology Optimization, Data Quality Management, Stakeholder Communication, Decision Making Support, FP&A, Reporting, Process Improvement, Agile Finance

Industry

Utilities

Description

Location: Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland Job ID: R0111773 Date Posted: 2025-12-10 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY HOLDINGS LTD Profession (Job Category): Finance Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity We are seeking a Financial Planning Senior Analyst to support financial planning and forecasting processes. This role is part of our Financial Planning team and partners closely with the Head of FP&A and senior leadership to translate business strategies into financial outcomes using data driven approaches. You will be a key part of the budget and forecast cycles, operating with a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement through technology and automation. How you'll make an impact Support the end-to-end global budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes within Hitachi Energy and the Hitachi Group, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timely delivery. Drive improvements in templates, timelines, data quality and automation Manage the end-to-end budgeting process on local company level including primary cost, statistical key figures, activity and overhead rates in close collaboration with our Businesses and the Controlling Practice & Operations team Build robust financial models and scenarios based on internal and external factors to support decision making and present clear, actionable insights Close cooperation with business units and functional finance teams to understand requirements, ensure data accuracy, and deliver relevant insights to support decision-making Support Financial Planning Team Lead and other team members in daily tasks, e.g. the preparing and driving meetings and workshops, management presentations, reporting to headquarters Role model the adoption and optimization of planning and forecasting tools to enable modern, agile finance processes Drive and embed changes towards more efficient, technology-enabled, and forward-looking planning processes Your background Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline; MBA or professional finance qualification (CFA, CPA, CIMA) preferred 7+ years experience in FP&A, including deep involvement in planning and forecasting in complex, global organizations Strong technical proficiency in planning systems and data visualization tools Demonstrated ability to drive process automation and technology-enabled improvements in finance Exceptional attention to detail, analytical rigor, and commitment to high standards Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into clear insights and influence senior stakeholders Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines More about us Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow. Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.

Responsibilities

This role supports end-to-end global budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes, driving improvements in templates, timelines, and automation. The analyst will also manage the local company budgeting process and build robust financial models to support decision-making.