Financial Controller Associate

Location: Geneva, Switzerland

Reports to: Senior Finance Manager – Business Controller

Salary: CHF 100,000

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Controller Associate to support our Senior Finance Manager in managing daily finance operations, customer invoicing, and internal control processes. This cross-functional role offers exposure to financial reporting, order-to-cash processes, audit preparation, payroll, and HR coordination.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in audit, FP&A, or financial controlling, with a proactive mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, preferably from a Big 4 firm.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is structured, proactive, and motivated by the opportunity to play a key role in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Support

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings
• Prepare and maintain financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
• Manage general ledger entries, bookkeeping, AP/AR, and expense tracking
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities
• Ensure accurate documentation and support internal/external audits

Sales & Revenue Support

• Process customer sales orders and issue timely, accurate invoices
• Reconcile revenue and COGS data with Sales and Operations
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and cost tracking
• Collaborate with commercial teams on pipeline tracking and revenue forecasting

HR & Administrative Support

• Assist with payroll processing, employee onboarding, and benefits administration.
• Maintain personnel and finance records
• Support internal communication across departments
• Coordinate vendors, office services, and internal events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, or related fields (Audit, FP&A)
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in finance, controlling, or audit
• Experience in a Big 4 firm is strongly preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial planning systems (e.g., NetSuite or other ERP)
• Experience with automation tools (Python, VBA, KNIME, or Alteryx) is a strong plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive information
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Why Join Us?

This is a dynamic, mid-level position that offers broad exposure to business finance, commercial processes, and operations. You will work directly with the Senior Finance Manager, gaining cross-functional visibility and contributing to the organization's financial precision and performance. You’ll be joining a fast-moving, international team where your initiative and rigor will be truly valued.

Our total compensation packages include base salary, bonus eligibility, and equity.

About Picarro:

Picarro, Inc. is the world's leading producer of greenhouse gas and optical stable isotope instruments, which are used in a wide variety of scientific and industrial applications, including: atmospheric science, air quality, greenhouse gas measurements, gas leak detection, food safety, hydrology, ecology, and more. The company's products are all designed and manufactured at Picarro's headquarters in Santa Clara, California, and exported to countries worldwide. Picarro's products are based on dozens of patents related to cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) technology. Picarro's solutions are unparalleled in their precision, ease of use, portability, and reliability.

Honors awarded to the Company include the World Economic Forum Technology Innovation Pioneer, IHS CERA Energy Innovation Pioneer, the U.S. Department of Energy Small Business of the Year, the TiE50 Winner, and the Red Herring Global 100 Winner.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, gender identity, social orientation, nor based on disability. Posted positions are not open to third-party recruiters/agencies, and unsolicited resume submissions will be considered free referrals.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Picarro, Inc. at disabilityassistance@picarro.com for assistance.