David Hengartner

Accomplished finance executive with 20 years of global experience driving financial strategy and operations in multinational organizations, including both scale-up and established companies. Demonstrated expertise in leading planning and performance, capital allocation, funding, risk management, compliance, and financial operations (incl. accounting, reporting, and tax) across diverse businesses. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and improving cash flow.

Led complex projects such as rapid scale-up and internationalization, establishment of a shared service center, spin-off and IPO, Post-Merger Integration and turnaround. A trusted advisor to senior executives with the ability to navigate companies through periods of transformation. Adept at building and leading high-performing teams collaborating across functions to drive profitable growth.

Skills: Financial Strategy & Operations • Financial Planning & Analysis • Accounting & Reporting • Risk management • Capital Allocation & Investments • Scale-up & Internationalization • Cross-Functional Collaboration • Change management • Team Leadership

Moderna (2020-2024)

2020-2024: Head Finance International

Novartis (2005-2020)

2019-2020: Head of Finance, Global External Supply Operations

2016-2019: Senior Capital Markets Manager, Group Treasury

2014-2016: Senior Manager, Group Business Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

2012-2014: Head of Financial Reporting & Accounting, Post-Merger Integration EMEA

2010-2012: Head of Financial Reporting & Accounting, Germany & Central Europe

2008-2010: Chief Financial Officer, Animal Health

2007-2008: Head of Business Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Region EMEA & Japan

2005-2006: Business Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager, Australia & New Zealand

2005: Finance & Project Support to Region CFO, Asia-Pacific

CFO Programme, London Business School (LBS), London, UK (2024)

The Business of Artificial Intelligence• Innovation through Design Thinking • Strategic Leadership • Financial Strategy & Management.

Board Certificate (CAS), Swiss Board Foundation, St. Gallen, Switzerland (2024)

Responsibility & Accountability • Strategy & Innovation • People & Organization • Communication & Crisis Management • Board Leadership. 

International M&A Expert (IM&A), Institute for M&A and Alliances (IMAA), Zurich, Switzerland (2024)

M&A Strategy • Due Diligence • Valuation • Post Merger Integration.

Master of Business Administration, University of St. Gallen (HSG), St. Gallen, Switzerland (2004)