Business Controller:in Financial Aid Contract
- 22 October 2026
- 80%
- Permanent position
About the job
The Swiss Cancer League, based in Bern, is the umbrella organisation of the 18 cantonal and regional cancer leagues. We have been committed to people affected by cancer and their environment for over 110 years. We strive for a world in which fewer people develop cancer. Our main tasks include advice, support and information. We are active in cancer prevention and early detection and offer training and further education for professionals. The Swiss Cancer League is based in Bern and is largely financed by donations.
In the course of the retirement of the current post holder, we are looking for a 1 May 2027 or by arrangement a
Business Controller:in Financial Aid Contract
Employment level 80%
Would you like to use your controlling experience for a socially relevant task?
In this key role, you are responsible for our contract for the provision of financial aid. You are the central contact person for the Federal Social Insurance Office (FSIO) and manage the contractual cooperation with our 15 German- and French-speaking subcontractors.
Your main tasks include:
- FSIO reporting and data management: Coordination, consolidation and quality assurance of the annual reporting as well as further development of controlling, key figures and data systems.
- Financing and controlling: Ensuring the proper distribution of financial aid as well as checking and processing cost, performance and contribution data.
- Contract management: Support of subcontracts, accompaniment of contract negotiations and coordination of new contract applications with the FSIO.
- Implementation and quality assurance: Ensuring new contractual requirements as well as participation in the quality development and assurance of subsidised services.
- Consulting and audits: Consulting and training of subcontractors as well as coordination and support of FSIO audits.
You bring with you
- A tertiary education in business administration, controlling/accounting
- Several years of experience in controlling, especially cost accounting and reporting
- Good knowledge of financial accounting Swiss GAAP FER
- Very high Excel and data competence
- Structured, reliable and very independent way of working
Solution- and service-oriented approach as well as strong communication skills with various stakeholders
Language skills: German at native level and French at B2 level or vice versa
What we offer you
We offer you a collegial and appreciative environment in which diversity and equal opportunities are lived. You will find responsible and meaningful work in a varied working environment, advantageous employment conditions and a workplace in a central location in Bern. In addition, you can count on a careful, several-month induction by the current post holder.
For further information, please contact Beat Scheidegger, current post holder, Tel. 031 389 92 94 (available on Tue, Thu and Fri)
We look forward to meeting you!