Job Title: Head of Accounting
This is an interim role with a minimum duration of 6 months, based in Geneva.
About the Client:
LHH is an international company operating in a fast-paced environment.
Job Summary:
The Head of Accounting is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing and managing the accounting function within the organisation. This role involves leading a team of accounting professionals, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards and regulations, as well as leading key projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting:
* Manage accounts receivable, payable, payroll integration, fixed assets, and other subledgers.
Consolidation/Combination of Group Entities:
Audit Coordination:
Tax:
* Manage tax records, declarations, including collection of tax receivables.
* VAT, income taxes, cost taxes.
Internal Controls & Compliance:
Ensure compliance with applicable legal, fiscal, and accounting norms.
Team Leadership & Development:
Lead and develop the accounting team.
Systems and Technology:
Evaluate and evolve ERP systems, linked systems, and interfaces.
FP&A Support:
Provide support for financial planning and analysis.
Requirements:
* CPA or Bachelor's/Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
* Minimum 10 years of accounting experience.
* Minimum 5 years of team leadership experience.
* Proficient knowledge of Swiss Code of Obligations and French accounting standards.
* Strong understanding of internal controls and compliance.