Senior FP&A Analyst (Contract)

Overview

We are supporting a global organisation in the life sciences / industrial space in the search for an experienced Senior FP&A Analyst to join a high‑performing finance team. This is a hands‑on role focused on financial planning, forecasting, and performance reporting within a complex, international environment.

Contract Details

• Contract Duration: approx. 6 months (scope for extension)
• Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
• Industry: Pharma / CDM

Key Responsibilities

• Support end‑to‑end FP&A activities, including annual budgeting, forecasting, outlooks, and monthly close
• Take ownership of financial planning models and Excel templates, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and transparency
• Build, maintain, and continuously improve Excel‑based planning and analysis tools for new planning cycles
• Coordinate planning and reporting processes with regional finance teams, including data collection, validation, assumption alignment, and timeline management
• Translate complex financial data into clear, business‑relevant insights for stakeholders
• Proactively improve planning and reporting processes, including report optimisation, data flow streamlining, and support of Power BI adoption
• Support finance workstreams related to a carve‑out project, including separation‑driven and administrative activities
• Contribute to ad‑hoc finance and analytical tasks as required

Key Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in FP&A, Controlling, or Finance Analytics
• Strong ability to manage, analyse, and interpret large and complex datasets
• Advanced Excel skills (complex models, Power Query, pivot tables, automation, advanced formulas)
• Solid working knowledge of Power BI, including reporting, data modelling, and visualisation
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives in parallel within a dynamic environment
• Structured, solution‑oriented mindset with strong analytical thinking
• Strong communication skills and confidence working in fast‑paced, multinational teams

Preferred Background

• Experience in Pharma, CDMO, or similarly complex industries
• Background in consulting or Big 4 environments
• Finance roles within large, international organisations

Languages

• English: Fluent (mandatory)
• German: Nice to have, not required