Director of Finance

Director of Finance

Permanent contract / Glion, Switzerland

Glion Institute of Higher Education, a

Sommet Education Group

brand, is a private Swiss institution shaping the future of hospitality and luxury management education across 3 campuses in Glion and Bulle (Switzerland) and London (UK).

6th in Hospitality and Leisure Management, 3rd in employer reputation in the 2025 QS World University Ranking.

Accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and Swiss Accreditation Council (SAC) as a University of Applied Sciences Institute.

Development, Distinctiveness, Joint Commitment, Openness and Sense of Service are the values driving our actions. We offer an innovative, collaborative and thriving environment.

Responsibilities:

Financial Planning and Analysis and Institutional Support

• Lead financial planning

cycles, including forecasting, budgeting, and long-range plans, ensuring

alignment with GIHE’s strategic objectives

• Partner with

institutional leaders to analyze financial performance, monitor enrolment

and revenue trends, and recommend actions to optimize results

• Collaborate with the

central accounting team to ensure timely and compliant financial reporting

under Swiss, UK, and IFRS standards

• Prepare monthly

variance analyses, P&L forecasts, and business performance reports for

GIHE and Sommet Group management

• Support business cases

and capital expenditure proposals for campus developments, program

expansions, and strategic partnerships

• Oversee internal

controls to safeguard assets and ensure accuracy, transparency, and

regulatory compliance.

Provide financial input

for institutional accreditations and strategic board reporting

Student Accounting (billing & collection)

• Oversee all student

financial operations, including billing, scholarships, collections, and

refunds, ensuring accuracy and a positive stakeholder experience

• Monitor and report on

scholarships and discounts, advising leadership on financial impact and

optimization

• Supervise the Student

Accounting team and maintain effective collaboration with Student Services

and Registrar functions

• Ensure integrity of student financial data and lead

system improvements, including future SIS migration projects

Profile and experiences:

• Bachelor's degree from an academically rigorous institution in economics, finance, accounting or mathematics
• At least 7 years of accounting or finance experience
• Having worked in a Finance Planning and Analysis position and/or in a finance operation position for at least 3 years
• International environment experience, open to different cultures and mentalities
• Managerial experience in international environment with 1 branch approach
• Knowledge of the Education sector a plus
• Fluent in English and French
• Strong technical financial skills and knowledge of IFRS standards
• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, provide actionable insights, and influence strategic decisions
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities; able to engage, develop, and align teams to business priorities
• Excellent organizational and project-management skills with attention to accuracy and efficiency
• High level of energy, integrity, and professional drive, demonstrating resilience in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; ability to translate financial data into clear, compelling narratives
• Skilled at building trust-based relationships

and collaborating effectively across cultures and functions

Other information:

• Type of contract: undefined period of time contract
• Activity rate: 100%
• Location: Glion campus (Route de Glion 111, 1823 Glion)
• Start date: 01.12.2025