
Urs A. Frehner
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Excel and Google Sheets Expert for Business and Data Solutions
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Senior Business Analyst & Excel Data Solutions Expert
Various International Companies (Banking & Finance Sector) • Full-time
Mar 2009 - Present • 17 yrs 2 mos
Senior Business Analyst with 17+ years of experience delivering data-driven solutions in banking, finance, and international business environments. Specialized in designing professional Excel tools, dashboards, financial models, and automated reporting solutions that improve decision-making and operational efficiency. Key achievements and responsibilities: • Developed advanced Excel dashboards and KPI reporting systems for management and stakeholders • Built financial and operational analysis models to support strategic business decisions • Optimized data structures, reporting processes, and workflow efficiency • Led requirements engineering and translated business needs into practical data solutions • Worked in international projects across Switzerland and the EU • Strong focus on clear visualization, usability, and business value Tools & expertise include: Excel (Advanced), Power Query, Data Analysis, Reporting Automation, Process Optimization, Business Analysis
International Banking Institution
Full-time • 14 yrs 5 mos
Data Manager & Team Lead (Financial Data Operations)
Jan 1999 - Feb 2009 • 10 yrs 1 mo
Experienced Data Manager with leadership responsibility in financial data control and reporting operations within the banking sector. Managed data quality, reporting accuracy, and operational processes for large financial datasets while leading a small specialist team. Key responsibilities and achievements: • Led and coordinated a data control team responsible for financial reporting accuracy • Designed structured Excel reporting tools and control frameworks • Implemented data validation and reconciliation processes to reduce reporting errors • Supported management with financial analyses and operational performance insights • Optimized workflows and improved efficiency in data preparation and reporting cycles • Acted as key interface between business departments and IT Core expertise developed during this period includes: Financial Data Control, Reporting Processes, Team Leadership, Excel-based Analysis, Operational Optimization
Expert Data Control Specialist (Financial Reporting)
Aug 1994 - Dec 1998 • 4 yrs 4 mos
Specialized financial data control expert responsible for ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability of reporting data in a high-volume banking environment. Built strong analytical and technical foundations in structured data handling, reconciliation, and Excel-based reporting support. Key responsibilities and achievements: • Performed detailed financial data validation and reconciliation procedures • Prepared structured reports and analysis for internal stakeholders • Supported monthly and quarterly reporting cycles under tight deadlines • Identified data inconsistencies and implemented corrective control steps • Contributed to process standardization and improved reporting transparency • Developed early advanced Excel skills for data aggregation and verification Core expertise gained: Financial Data Analysis, Data Quality Control, Structured Reporting, Excel Data Handling, Process Discipline
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United States

leobornatico
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Switzerland
Professionalism of work, Attention to details, Proactive communication, and Deep understanding
alexeckger
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Germany
alexeckger
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Germany
pmenzi

Switzerland
Absolutely great work. The Excel file is perfectly structured, and the detailed explanation made everything easy to understand. As a beginner, this was extremely helpful. Communication was clear and professional throughout. I will definitely come back for future projects. Thank you Urs!


