Head of Accounting

Your tasks:

• Accounting and closing:
  Take responsibility for general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable and fixed-asset accounting, and deliver timely monthly, quarterly and annual closes under Swiss GAAP FER and local statutory requirements.

• Team leadership:
  Lead, coach and develop a team of three, setting clear priorities, building capabilities and ensuring consistently high-quality work.

• Tax and audit:
  Prepare or review tax and VAT returns and act as the main contact for external auditors and relevant authorities.

• SAP and data quality:
  Act as the SAP FI key user, working with Finance and IT to ensure sound processes, reliable data, appropriate access rights and accurate reporting.

• Project management:
  Lead finance projects, such as SAP implementations or shared service centre set-up. Manage requirements, timelines, resources and risks, and coordinate testing, migration and handover to operations.

• Processes and controls:
  Standardise accounting processes, strengthen internal controls and work closely with Controlling, IT and international finance teams.

Your profile: 

• A recognised finance and accounting qualification, such as a Swiss federal certificate or diploma, or an equivalent qualification; several years of accounting experience with responsibility for financial closing.

• Technical expertise:
  Strong knowledge of Swiss GAAP FER and Swiss accounting requirements, with practical experience in tax and VAT matters. IFRS knowledge is an advantage, not a requirement.

• Systems knowledge:
  Strong hands-on SAP experience, particularly in FI, a good understanding of interfaces with Controlling and operational processes, and good Excel skills.

• Project and people leadership:
  Proven experience leading teams and finance projects, such as SAP implementations, process harmonisation or the set-up or development of a shared service centre.

• Approach and languages:
  A structured, reliable and delivery-focused working style, a willingness to remain hands-on and clear communication skills. Excellent German and good English.

What we offer: 

• Combine operational responsibility with the opportunity to develop a team and help shape the future of our financial processes and systems

• A modern company with modern infrastructure

• Autonomous work scheduling and organization

• Above-average benefits (paternity leave, pension plan, daily sickness benefit insurance, etc.)

• A balanced selection of dining options and discounted meal prices