EMEA Recruitment is working with an international manufacturing business in Aargau, in its search for a Head of Finance.

Whilst managing a local team as well as a shared service centre, this is a significant role within the group accounting and reporting team that will allow you to lead and develop the streamlining of accounting processes in Switzerland.

Duties of the Head of Finance will include:

• Responsible for the monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting in accordance to Swiss GAAP FER
• Preparation of annual statutory financial statements
• Liaising with HQ for forecasting and budgeting processes 
• Monitoring and developing processes within the shared service centre

The ideal candidate:

• Swiss CPA, or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Reporting and Controlling
• Proficiency in IFRS and Swiss GAAP FER
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, working in an international environment
• Fluent English, German language skills are advantageous

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 thrilled to be working with an international B2C business in Zurich that is looking for a German-speaking Group Leader of Accounting to head up the Accounting team.

Reporting directly to the Head of Group Finance, you will be responsible for leading an Accounts team of eight, along with day-to-day Accounting duties, including monthly closing and reporting.

This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a team within an international business.

Duties of the Group Leader of Accounting will include:

• Team management: Managing a team of 8 Accounts professionals, being the point of contact for the group on all Accounting queries
• Responsibility for month-end transactions
• Monthly financial reporting to management/board of directors, including reporting quarterly and annually to the international arm of the group
• Preparation of annual accounts according to Swiss law
• Supporting Controlling in the budget and forecasting process

Fluent German is a requirement for this role.

We are looking for Senior Accountants with strong team management ability, who are confident leading a team of Accounting professionals. IFRS experience required.

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 with an international manufacturing business in Aargau, in its search for a Financial Controller.

Reporting to the Head of Group Accounting, this is a significant role within the group accounting and reporting team that will allow you to liaise with international teams across the group.

Duties of the Financial Controller will include:

• Supporting the monthly, half-yearly, and year-end closing in accordance with IFRS and Swiss GAAP FER
• Preparing and presenting the monthly results/analysis for executive management/board
• Responsible for intercompany reconciliations during month-end closing
• Be a point of contact for accounting issues/queries
• Collaborating with the internal audit team including supporting M&A activities

The ideal candidate:

• Accountant with several years of experience in a group accounting and reporting role within an international environment
• Proficiency in IFRS and Swiss GAAP GER
• Fluent English is required
• German language skills are advantageous

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.