Accounting Team Lead

Our client is a well-established, internationally operating company headquartered in the Basel area. The finance function works closely with stakeholders across the organisation, playing a central role in delivering accurate financial information and supporting sound business decisions.

We are seeking a dedicated Team Leader Accounting to join the finance team. Working closely with finance colleagues, internal and external auditors, FP&A, and operational partners, you will contribute to maintaining the integrity of the financial accounting function and support effective collaboration across the wider finance organisation.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of accountants, fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvement
• Oversee and actively participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Post, review, and approve journal entries and reconciliations
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
• Prepare and support financial reporting packages in accordance with IFRS
• Research, resolve, and document complex accounting issues and technical positions
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of reporting obligations across the finance function
• Act as a key contact for external and internal auditors, coordinating requests and documentation
• Prepare accounting memos for complex or judgmental matters
• Support SOX compliance activities, including documentation and testing of internal controls
• Monitor internal controls and support the identification of improvement opportunities
• Perform variance analysis and provide meaningful commentary on financial results
• Partner with FP&A, operations, and finance stakeholders on budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc analysis
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support ERP-related projects as required

• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and SOX compliance standards
• Solid experience in accounting or finance roles, with demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience
• Experience in a complex, fast-paced, or international environment preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems is an advantage
• Excellent English communication skills, written and verbal
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with stakeholders at various levels
• Able to manage multiple priorities independently and meet deadlines

Due to the collaborative nature of the role, home office is only available to a limited extent.