Finance Graduate

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

As a Finance Graduate at Lonza, you will begin a remarkable early career journey. This specific opportunity involves a rotational program over 24 months, offering you exposure to various aspects of corporate finance across our global organization. You'll play a crucial role in supporting our financial planning, reporting, and controlling activities, as well as evaluating critical investment decisions. This role is crafted to develop your skills through a custom personal development plan and dedicated mentorship program, guaranteeing a valuable and enriching experience.

Join us at Lonza to successfully implement financial strategies that will craft the future of our organization. This is your chance to be part of a world-class team and make a real impact!

Key responsibilities:

• Provide analysis and support the delivery of financial reports to business plans.

• Support the presentation of financial performance, full-year forecasts, and budget variances, including understanding financial opportunities and risks.

• Analyze financial information for errors and trends.

• Support projects and Cost Centers controlling.

• Assist with various procurement processes, such as requisitions and purchase orders.

• Understand the cost drivers of the business and provide insights to non-finance members.

• Assist with year-end and internal audits.

• Support broader FP&A projects and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Prepare and analyze SAR consolidation (Sales, Marketing, Admin, R&D).

Key requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or Finance, or equivalent experience.

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in Finance or MBA strongly preferred.

• Proven analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Geographical mobility required for rotational assignments.

• Ability to strictly adhere to deadlines and effectively manage time.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.