To support the Head of Accounting of our client we are looking for a talented financial professional ideally with External Audit experience to ensure the accounting integration of the Group's entities and their conversion to Swiss GAAP RPC standards. The recruited person will also have an active role to support and train local and head office accounting teams.
Client Details
Our client is a well-established industrial group specialized in high precision manufacturing for various sectors. The group consists of numerous subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad.
Description
* Supervise the collection and analysis of accounting data to ensure compliance with Swiss GAAP RPC standards.
* Prepare and review individual financial reports before consolidation.
* Ensure the accuracy and compliance of financial statements with local and statutory requirements.
* Manage the integration of new entities and operations related to mergers and restructurings.
* Oversee tax compliance, including reviewing tax returns and ensuring regulatory conformity.
* Participate in the implementation and improvement of accounting and consolidation ERP systems.
* Establish and supervise critical internal controls to ensure process reliability.
* Provide technical support to local teams and ensure continuous training.
* Adapt and validate accounting procedures for newly acquired entities.
* Coordinate external audits and oversee the implementation of recommendations.
* Collaborate with various departments to optimize financial processes.
* Some travels (across occidental part of Switzerland) to subsidiaries to support local teams.
Profile
* Higher education in finance or accounting (Bachelor's or Master's degree) or an equivalent federal diploma. Swiss CPA or French CPA a real plus.
* Significant experience in group accounting, ideally in a multi-entity environment.
* Background in external audit required.
* Mastery of Swiss GAAP RPC or international standards, with initial exposure to Swiss tax obligations preferred.
* Experience in optimizing accounting processes and internal controls.
* Proficiency with accounting ERP systems and ability to support their deployment.
* Analytical mindset, rigor, and ability to work in a dynamic team environment.
* Excellent communication, organization, and stress management skills.
* Ability to train and support teams.
* Fluent in French with a good command of English; proficiency in other languages is an asset.
Job Offer
Be part of a dynamic and growing international group, offering career development opportunities and exposure to complex financial environments.
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