Vevey, Vaud, Switzerland
I am an Investment Manager at Sipchem InnoVent SA, working across the full Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) investment cycle, from deal sourcing and due diligence to transaction execution and portfolio management. I evaluate early-stage technologies in sustainability, circular economy, advanced materials, and innovation technology, and support the Investment Committee and Board with strategic and financial analysis. My role also covers financial coordination for the company, including accounting oversight, reporting, and supporting the design and monitoring of our business model. Previously, I worked at BDO Switzerland as a Junior Auditor, where I executed statutory, financial, and regulatory audits for banks, asset managers, and financial intermediaries. This experience strengthened my analytical skills, attention to detail, and understanding of financial controls and regulatory frameworks. I am motivated by innovation, strategic finance, and helping early-stage companies grow through smart capital and strong governance.
Corporate Venture Capital - Lead sourcing, evaluation, and execution of early-stage investments across Sustainability, Circular Economy, Advanced Materials, and Engineering Solutions. - Drive investment theses and present recommendations to the Investment Committee and Board of Directors. - Lead due diligence (market, strategy, financial, and technical) and oversee deal execution and negotiations. - Act as board , monitor KPIs, and support portfolio companies on strategy and growth. - Represent the firm within the venture ecosystem (VCs, startups, accelerators, conferences). Finance & Corporate Oversight (Secondary Scope) - Ensure financial discipline across investment and portfolio activities, including cash flow monitoring and coordination with external accountants. - Consolidate financial reporting and support budgeting and planning for Group Finance and Board review.
Corporate Venture Capital - Supported deal sourcing, screening, and due diligence for early-stage investments. - Built financial models and contributed to IC and Board investment materials. - Supported portfolio monitoring and reporting activities. Finance & Corporate Administration - Supported invoicing, cash flow tracking, and coordination with external accountants. - Assisted in closing processes and financial reporting.
- Participated in the execution of statutory, financial, and prudential audits for various financial intermediaries, including banks, securities dealers, and asset managers. - Contributed to internal audit mandates and regulatory audits in the banking and investment fund sectors. - Performed audit work across key areas such as cash, accounts receivable/payable, fixed assets, revenues, and expenses— including contract-based substantive testing. - Executed consolidated financial statement audits in accordance with the Swiss Code of Obligations and Swiss GAAP RPC. - Assisted in preparing internal audit reports for Boards of Directors and Audit Committees.
- Gained hands-on experience in statutory audits, financial data review, and documentation of audit findings. - Developed strong attention to detail, data analysis, and understanding of financial reporting standards.