ACCOUNTING TEAM LEADER (a)
About Hapa
Hapa is a leader in on-demand printing and late-stage customization for the pharma & healthcare industry, headquartered in Volketswil, Switzerland.
Hapa's mission is to empower customers to improve lean production with printing solutions that add value to packaging processes, being a proud supplier to nearly all of the major pharmaceutical companies worldwide.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly capable individual to join our team as an Accounting Team Leader. You will report to the Head of Finance and oversee the management of our Finance Department.
Your primary focus will be to ensure timely reporting to the group and internal units, establishing efficient & effective finance processes, and contributing towards the increase of profitability of Hapa in business & accounting matters.
Responsibilities
1. Month & year-end closing of accounts including accruals, provisions & closing entries and capitalisation of R&D costs.
2. Finance & accounting for Hapa: duly and reliable management of accounts according to IFRS and Swiss law for general and sub-ledgers (AR, AP, Fixed Assets).
3. Payment transactions with banks & petty cash management. Preparation of cash forecast. Monitoring of outstanding bank guarantees.
4. Timely preparation of VAT return & VAT turnover reconciliation, responsible for the VAT Know-how.
5. Foreign Currency Exposure: monitor exposure and ensure coverage of risks with Forward Hedging Contracts.
6. Maintain IKS control system.
7. Support of interdepartmental ad-hoc projects from accounting point of view.
8. Monthly monitoring and reporting of Opex (incl. forecasting & budgeting together with respective cost center responsibles).
9. Collaborate with cost center responsibles to ensure accurate financial planning and allocation of resources.
Requirements
1. German and English fluently spoken and written.
2. Swiss Federal Diploma on Finance & Accounting or similar.
3. Experience in accounting & work-in-progress.
4. Strong skills in Microsoft office tools and other finance tools (ERP).
5. Experience managing a team.
6. Hands-on, team player mentality.
Our Offer
We offer an exciting and challenging position in an international environment with a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits.