The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) is hiring a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager within the Finance unit.
Application deadline: Please note that the deadline for applications is Monday 31 August 2026 at the end of day.
Please note that this role is offered as a three-year fixed term contract.
This role is based in Basel, Switzerland; however, thanks to our status as an international organization, we can hire globally and welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities and located anywhere in the world. Relocation support is available for the successful candidate and their dependent family members.
Purpose of the job:
Lead the cost analysis and budgeting process for the General Secretariat (GSec) department (including centrally managed IT, HR, buildings and meetings functions). Drive improvements in cost management, forecasting, and expense planning, ensuring alignment with the Bank’s strategic priorities. This is a critical position for enhancing financial transparency and supporting decision-making across key operational areas.
By joining the Finance team, you will:
Play a pivotal role in enhancing financial transparency and driving strategic decision-making in a dynamic and impactful environment.
Collaborate with diverse stakeholders across departments to streamline cost management and forecasting processes.
Gain exposure to high-level financial planning and analysis, leveraging cutting-edge tools and best practices.
Principal Accountabilities:
Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for central IT, HR, buildings, and meetings budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
Monitor and analyse cost developments, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for efficiency improvements.
Support Finance and GSec Management with resource reallocation, including acting as Secretary to the Resource Oversight Group.
Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations to support senior management and Board decision-making.
Collaborate with stakeholders and project/program offices to ensure accurate financial reporting and effective budget management.
Develop and implement tools and processes to improve cost management, forecasting accuracy, and financial analysis efficiency.
Qualifications, skills and experience:
University degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or another quantitative field. An accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACA, ACCA) is a plus.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail and proficiency in financial modelling and ERP systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and communicate financial information clearly in both written and verbal English.
Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, or cost management, preferably in a complex organisational setting.
Experience with SQL, data analytics platforms, or automation tools is an advantage.
Please note that the BIS's corporate language is English, which is used for all internal and external communication.
Who we are:
Internationalism is at the core of our identity and the best representation of this is our workforce. With employees from over 66 countries and offices in nine locations, the BIS is a global organisation with a truly international workforce. By joining us, you will work in a unique, highly rewarding, and international work environment. We are committed to equal opportunities at the BIS and aim to build a workforce that reflects our global membership. We strive to attract the best talent and foster an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those with a breadth of professional experience. You can discover more about our inclusive working environment here.
What the BIS offers:
We want your time at BIS to be a rewarding and career-enriching experience. We offer an agile and flexible working environment with hybrid working opportunities including home office and working from abroad days. To support our international applicants, we offer relocation support that extends to your dependent family members. In addition, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including support for working families including childcare and education allowances (where applicable). Finally, we offer a genuinely unique international working environment, which will give you exposure to the global financial system and the opportunity to collaborate with passionate experts from all over the world.
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