Head of Strategic Controlling & Transformation

Published Company : Safran Vectronix AG Job field : Finance and management Location : Heerbrugg , Switzerland Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Master Degree Required experience : More than 5 years Professional status : Employees / Staff# Published Job DescriptionToday, we all find ourselves in a contradiction: the world is changing at an incredible speed and at the same time the need for safety is deeply rooted in each of us – regardless of where we live. It's good that there are forces that provide more security and stability in a changing world. As Safran Vectronix, we support these forces in their mission and make it our own: Dedicated to providing solutions to raise mission intelligence and mission safety, we are recognized as a global leader in state-of-the-art optronic equipment for military, systems, and sensors for military and civil applications. With 100 years of Swiss tradition and excellence we serve customers in more than 90 countries.We bring our company values to life, and see Empowerment, Walk the Talk, Customer Focus, Team and Agility as the foundation of our daily work. If you share the same vision as us, we look forward to receiving your application for:Head of Strategic Controlling TransformationShape the future of FinanceFinance is no longer about reporting the past. It is about shaping the future.As Head of Strategic Controlling Transformation, you will report directly to the CFO and serve as a strategic partner. You will connect business strategy with financial performance, drive transformation across the organization and turn ideas into measurable execution. This role is designed for someone who thinks beyond Finance, challenges the status quo and creates measurable business value through influence rather than hierarchy. We are looking for someone who is as comfortable with challenging ideas as they are with taking ownership for delivering resultsYOUR MAIN TASKS:Executive PartneringAct as the strategic partner to the CFOPrepare Executive decision papers and presentationsChallenge executive discussions with data-driven insightsTranslate complex business topics into actionable recommendationsRepresent the CFO in cross-functional initiatives where appropriateProvide independent challenge and strategic thinking to support better executive decision-makingBusiness PerformanceDevelop meaningful KPIs and performance steering conceptsBuild management reporting that tells a story - not only numbersTranslate financial performance into clear business narratives for executive managementEnsure financial transparency and business performance steeringDevelop business cases and strategic decision supportIdentify business risks and opportunities through financial analysisLead strategic planning, budgeting and performance review processesFinance Strategy TransformationLead the evolution of Finance towards a data-driven, AI-enabled business partnerDrive AI and digitalization projectsIdentify and implement best practices to continuously improve Finance processes and business performanceChallenge existing processes and redesign them where necessaryCoordinate cross-functional strategic programsMakingJob RequirementsYOUR PROFILE:University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent10+ years of strong Finance/Controlling, FPA or Corporate Finance background combined with business understandingProven track record of leading strategic or transformational initiativesExperience with SAP S/4HANA and modern reporting, planning and analytics solutionsExperience working in an international and matrix organizationStrong presentation and storytelling skills for executive audiencesExcellent analytical and communication skillsFluent in English German, French is an advantageWhat makes this role uniqueYou may not lead a team, but you will influence the decisions that shape the company.Working directly with the CFO, you will help define the future of Finance, challenge executive thinking and contribute to the company's most strategic initiatives.Success in this role is based on credibility, expertise and influence - not hierarchy.More information about our company: career.safran-vectronix.comDo you feel addressed? Ivana Gogos, Human Resources, looks forward to your application. Stefanie Danner, CFO, will be pleased to provide any further information you may require .Company InformationSafran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.Safran Electronics Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who bring together expertise and team spirit to design high-technology solutions for the aerospace, defense and space sectors. By combining human and technological intelligence, the company develops products and services for both civil and military customers, operating on land, at sea, in the air and in space.Locate your future workplaceMax-Schmidheiny-Strasse HeerbruggSwitzerlandbr#J-18808-Ljbffr