Finance and Risk Operations Specialist (Temporary – 6 months)

Are you looking to grow professionally in a dynamic and fast-paced environment?
Our Finance & Risk division is seeking a proactive Operations Specialist to support the Bank’s financial and risk-related functions in Zurich.
As part of an experienced and dedicated team, you will contribute to key responsibilities such as financial analytics, performance measurement, and managing budgeting and forecasting cycles.

What would your role be?

• Work closely with the Finance & Risk Controlling supporting the "month-end closing" finance process, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial data and reports.
• Participate in generating and distributing financial and management reports in a timely manner.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure data accuracy.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and streamline processes.

What are we looking for?

• University degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or similar applied quantitative sciences with a maximum of 2 years of experience in the financial industry.
• Young professional with distinct service / customer orientation and able to work under pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with results-oriented mind-set.
• Good knowledge in MS Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Project management skills are a plus.
• Willing to take full ownership of your work and engage in a changing and flexible environment, with the ability to question the status quo and take feedback.
• Excellent written & spoken English and German

What do we offer?

• Top Zurich location with collaboration spaces and free lunch.
• Friendly, diverse team in an open-office space.
• Agile environment in how we think, the way we work and our trust for each other.
• Flat hierarchy with collaboration on all levels.
• Campus feeling and collaborative spirit.

Why Vontobel?

At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. As a family-owned and publicly listed company with over 2,000 professionals based in 28 locations globally and headquartered in Zurich, we’re committed to long-term thinking and sustainability.

Our diverse team values unique perspectives, and we hire individuals determined to deliver in a dynamic and changing world. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply if you’re enthusiastic about the role.

Do you want to be Vontobel?

Thank you for applying to Vontobel. We will carefully review your application and will respond to you in a timely manner.

At Vontobel, we are an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

We value the many voices within our teams and are committed to creating an environment where everyone who wants to be part of our performance culture can be themselves. It is based on mutual respect and zero tolerance for any form of discrimination.

If you have any questions you can contact us through our contact form.