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Lead - Reporting and Data Analyst

Full time Data Science Data Analytics Data Management Software Engineering Data Warehouse

Job Description

LOCATION: ZURICH

Finance

In short

We are seeking a highly autonomous Lead Data & Reporting Analyst to join our Group Controlling team and serve as the primary representative for the Finance/Controlling domain within the organization. In this role, you will navigate the "Oniverse" without a predefined map, acting as a technical bridge between Finance and various Data teams. Your mission is to transform complex financial data into scalable models and actionable insights, balancing the innovation of new analytical tools with the maintenance of essential legacy systems. You will build a diverse internal network, prioritizing and solving complex data problems while championing the needs of the Finance function.

Your Mission

  • Data Modeling & Analytics Engineering - Take ownership of end-to-end data analysis projects, from conceptualization to execution. Perform advanced SQL work and utilize data transformation tools for lineage analysis and tactical data enrichment. Develop and maintain scalable data models supporting P&L, financial metrics, and operational efficiency.
  • BI Development & Semantic Modeling - Design and develop impactful dashboards in Looker and Looker Studio. Build and maintain robust semantic models.
  • Business & Legacy Analysis - Conduct KPI analysis within legacy business platforms while adhering to accounting standards. Translate requirements from stakeholder interviews into iterative, data-driven solutions.
  • Incident Handling & Governance - Identify root causes for system integration failures, platform bugs, and Master Data inaccuracies. Assist with the maintenance of Master Data, development of data quality controls, and managing documentation in a data catalog.
  • Technical Innovation & Validation - Discover, test, and stress-test new tools and features. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish new procedures and automate data workflows. Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and data validations to ensure technical integrity.

Your story

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or Finance.
  • Minimum 5+ years in data analysis or business intelligence, ideally within a financial or controlling environment.
  • Advanced SQL and analytics engineering skills - Deep proficiency in writing complex queries. Experience with dbt for data transformation and LookML for modeling is highly desirable.
  • Visualization - Strong experience with modern Business Intelligence tools. Familiarity with Looker Studio is a plus.
  • Financial Acumen - Strong understanding of financial concepts, including P&L, variance analysis, and forecasting.
  • Navigating Uncertainty - You enjoy ambiguity and are productive even when there is no apparent path forward. You build effective relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and functions.
  • Innovation & Growth - You seek new ideas and technologies to improve processes while recognizing when existing methods are effective. You proactively choose opportunities that stretch your limits and strive for success regardless of circumstances.

About the Team

As the Lead Reporting & Data Analyst – Group Controlling, you will act as the primary bridge between our high-impact Business Controllers and our Data Engineering team. In this role, you’ll navigate a diverse landscape where every Controller owns a distinct slice of the P&L and its tailored metrics. Your goal is to champion the Finance domain, activating our tech resources to build the governed, automated, and scalable frameworks that allow our controllers to move faster and smarter.

Zurich

Just by the banks of the Limmat you’ll find our largest global hub in Zürich West – On Labs – where you can hike up 12 floors through our custom-built spiral trail.
Förrlibuckstrasse 190,
8005
Switzerland

Ruby

HEAD OF GROUP PLANNING & ANALYTICS CONTROLLING
I’m challenged every day with new learnings, new perspectives and new technologies. I can feel that my horizon expands as our business grows. I’m on this exciting journey of never-ending personal development, which is crucial to me.

What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.
Build the better you

What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.
On AG
About On AG

Born in Switzerland seven years ago, On has become the fastest growing global running brand with offices in Zurich (Switzerland), Portland (USA) and Yokohama (Japan). The shoes sport the patented CloudTec sole, giving runners a soft landing and powerful take-off in one. Recently, On has launched into the world of apparel – already being recognised for their innovation and bringing together design and technology to allow for effortless running. Six years after market launch, On is available from more than 2’200 specialist running stores in 50 countries across Europe, North America, South America and Asia-Pacific – and on the feet of over 2 million runners.

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