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My client is currently looking to expand their Internal Audit team by hiring a Lead Auditor, with a global scope, based at their headquarters in Basel. 

The team has a strong team spirit, with a very supportive and collaborative approach, where team members are encouraged to bring ideas to the table and shape the longer-term development of the Audit function within the business.

This is an end-to-end Audit role, where you will be responsible for the full scope of audit engagements, with a strong advisory and business partnering focus.

The environment is very ‘freestyle’ so this role could be ideally suited to someone working in a consulting environment, used to coming into new environments and developing audit plans from scratch.

The business is also developing data analytics capabilities within Audit so someone with experience in this area could add significant value.

As a Lead Auditor, your role will include:

• Plan and lead audit engagements on a global basis covering operational, IT, financial and compliance audits
• Business partner with operational functions to evaluate business risks and provide insights and recommendations
• Support the development of data analytics capabilities within the Audit function
• Involvement in a broad range of projects

Skills required:

• 7-10 years’ experience within Audit or related fields such as internal controls, risk management etc
• CIA or CISA would be desirable
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Knowledge of data analytics tools, such as Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx etc., would be desirable
• Willingness to travel up to 20%
• A willingness to learn and develop

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

Are you a dynamic, driven professional with a strong background in Treasury? Our client is looking for a Group Treasury Controller to join their team at their global headquarters in the Basel area of Switzerland.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to their ongoing Treasury transformation initiatives and help enhance their value proposition to the group.

They provide a highly interesting, versatile, and challenging work environment, where you will have the opportunity for growth and influence on daily activities and projects.

You can expect attractive, performance-based remuneration and benefits, as well as tailored, individual training designed to help you excel in your role.

As a Group Treasury Controller, your role will include:

• Financial reporting, monitoring interest rate and FX risk, and overseeing financing structures

• Ensuring compliance with internal controls and Treasury policies

• Collaborating with various stakeholders and supporting transformation projects

• Managing interfaces with Treasury Front-office, Back-office, Accounting, Controlling, Tax, Investor Relations, IT and Global Business Service

• Acting as key user for SAP TRM and SAP add-on CIM, including customization, testing, and training

Candidate requirements:

• University degree in Finance or related subject; additional Treasury or Finance professional qualifications are desirable

• Minimum of 5 years\' Treasury experience in an international group

• Expertise in financial asset management, capital markets, and financial instruments

• Experience in Treasury-related accounting, reporting, and analysis

• Proficiency in ERP and TMS (ideally SAP S4 Hana and TRM applications); Bloomberg/Reuters experience a plus

• Strong numeracy and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret numbers and provide insights

• Fluency in English is essential, German would be advantageous

• Self-starter with a growth mindset and willingness to take on new responsibilities

• Strong change agent and team player with excellent communication skills

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

Are you ready to take on a challenging Senior Controlling Manager role that will allow you to influence business managers and act as a trusted sparring partner to manufacturing operations?

Do you have a passion for financial analysis, budgeting, and driving improved profitability? If so, this could be an ideal opportunity for you!

My client is a leading, multi-national, industrial company, dedicated to excellence and innovation in its field.

As part of its planned growth and forward-looking strategy, the business is seeking a talented and driven Senior Controlling Manager to join its team near Basel. 

The role will report to the CFO, with a small team and play a key role helping to drive a business partnering culture in the business

As a Senior Controlling Manager, your role will include:

• Act as a sparring partner to operational colleagues, challenging the status quo to drive growth and efficiency
• Budget and forecast for the Swiss manufacturing operations
• Capital expenditure planning process, optimizing resource allocation
• Provide forward-looking, data-driven financial analysis to identify opportunities for improved profitability and assist business growth
• Manage the periodic financial closing process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
• A range of ad-hoc projects

Requirements:

• University degree in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline
• Proven track record of successes in a similar role within a multi-national industrial environment
• Demonstrated ability to add value to relationships outside of Finance, showcasing a strong commercial orientation
• Excellent analytical skills, leveraging data to identify gaps and opportunities for efficiencies
• Fluency in German and English

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

EMEA Recruitment is delighted to be working with a well-established global business as they look to recruit a permanent HR Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be the HR site lead for Basel, driving culture change and many HR initiatives.

As the HR Manager, you will provide effective and efficient advice and guidance on the full employee lifecycle topics. You will also lead and guide the local HR organisation to deliver effective HR services.

Key responsibilities of the HR Manager include, but are not limited to:

• Support management with team/individual coaching and conflict resolution
• Advise managers and senior leaders on all local Labour law topics
• Drive culture change within the organisation by role-modelling and guiding local management
• Ensure local rollout of Global HR policies and processes
• Ad-hoc HR reporting and monthly Payroll checks
• Guide management and staff on day-to-day issues

We are looking for:

• Excellent knowledge of employment and local labour laws
• Proven experience building strong relationships with all levels of management
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently
• Confident communicator with the ability to effectively present to all levels of the organisation

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

EMEA Recruitment is working exclusively with a successful B2B business in Basel that is looking for a German-speaking Accountant, due to a recent restructure.

This is an extremely exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation with international subsidiaries that promote internal growth and development.

Responsibilities of the Accountant:

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate and up-to-date financial data
• Preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
• Creating VAT statements for subsidiary countries
• Continuously identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiency
• Verifying and posting expense accounts in accordance with legal regulations

We are looking to discuss this role with German-speaking Accountants who are looking to join a thriving business that will support them with their career in Accounting.

If you are looking for a global business with fantastic opportunities to grow your career in Finance – this is an incredible opportunity.

This role is suited to candidates with 2-3 years’ experience covering the whole process of Accounting with SAP experience.

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

Join a growing biotech pioneer: Shape the future of Financial Reporting!

We’re looking for a Financial Planning and Reporting Manager on behalf of our client, an expanding biotech enterprise based in the Basel area.

Financial Planning and Reporting Manager – Exclusive, Basel, Switzerland

As its momentum continues, the business is keen to integrate passionate professionals into their team, who can not only grow with them, but also accelerate their growth.

Currently, they are seeking a dynamic Financial Planning and Reporting Manager who possesses an intricate balance of seasoned Accounting skills and a flair for modern systems.

In this role, you will contribute directly to the foundational growth and scalability of the company financial structures. 

Benefit from a competitive compensation package, growth opportunities, and be a part of a driven and inclusive work environment.

If you are passionate about merging the worlds of Finance and Technology, and you believe in the transformative power of biotechnology, this is your chance to make a profound impact.

Core responsibilities:

• Annual reporting automation: Modernize and automate the annual reporting workflow, ensuring that disclosure notes are accurate and compliant.
• 5-year corporate forecasting: Drive the vision of their financial trajectory by leading the creation and updating of their 5-year corporate forecast.
• Financial statement creation: Design and present comprehensive financial statements for both internal stakeholders and external entities.

Skillset required:

• A solid foundation in Accounting - ideally either CIMA or CPA qualified
• Extensive experience in planning and reporting tools - proficiency in Workday Adaptive Planning is a significant plus
• An ability for transforming traditional financial processes into streamlined, automated systems
• Exceptional communication skills to interpret and present financial insights to a diverse audience
• A proactive mindset, with the ability to anticipate business needs and act on them

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.