Financial Analyst (80%)

With 21,000 students across 28 universities of applied sciences spread over the seven cantons of Western Switzerland, HES-SO is the largest university of applied sciences in Switzerland. A reservoir of skills, ideas, innovations, creativity and knowledge, HES-SO plays a key role in the country’s economic, social and cultural development.

The Rectorate of HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland is advertising the position of

Your responsibilities

Within the Financial Directorate, you contribute to the evolution of HES-SO’s financing mechanisms and its strategic financial planning. You play a central role in the development of the institutional financial model and the Financial Development Plan (FDP), in close collaboration with the various stakeholders of HES-SO.

• Lead the development, implementation and evolution of the HES-SO financial model, in coordination with internal and external partners.
• Coordinate the preparation, updating and monitoring of the four-year Financial Development Plan (FDP) and ensure its consistency with budgetary processes.
• Conduct in-depth financial analyses, develop projections and financing scenarios, and make recommendations to support strategic decisions.
• Prepare reports, summaries and financial indicators for the Financial Directorate and institutional bodies.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional financial projects, ensuring follow-up on deadlines, contributions and decisions.
• Contribute to the evolution of regulatory bases, methods and financial planning tools at HES-SO.

Your profile

• You hold a university or UAS Master’s degree in economics, or an equivalent qualification.
• You have strong skills in financial analysis, modelling and planning, ideally acquired through confirmed professional experience.
• You are comfortable managing complex projects and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• You possess excellent analytical, synthesis and writing skills and can present complex financial issues clearly and structurally.
• You demonstrate autonomy, rigour, proactivity and an excellent sense of collaboration.
• You understand institutional and political issues and are able to make pragmatic proposals.
• Knowledge of the functioning of public or semi-public institutions, the Swiss political system or higher education is an asset.
• Additional training in public finance, public administration or project management would also be appreciated.

We offer you

• A stimulating role at the heart of the financial and strategic challenges of higher education.
• The opportunity to contribute directly to the evolution of the financing model of a major intercantonal institution.
• A collaborative working environment, in contact with numerous institutional partners.
• Attractive employment conditions and social benefits.

Work rate: 80%

Contract duration: Permanent contract

Start date: From 01.01.2027 or to be agreed

Workplace: Delémont or Lausanne with regular travel in French-speaking Switzerland

Application deadline: 02.12.2026

HES-SO adopts a recruitment policy promoting equal opportunities. We look forward to receiving your complete application file (cover letter, CV and copies of diplomas and work certificates) via our platform. Only applications received through this channel will be considered. Contact is possible with Monique Astre, Finance & Controlling Service, at +41 58 900 00 56 or with Maude Michaud, HR Service, at +41 58 900 00 29.