Chief Accountant

Come Innovate Motion with Us

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Chief Accountant to join our international team. This role requires strong expertise in IFRS/HKFRS reporting, statutory compliance, and financial operations, along with the ability to manage multiple complex projects in a dynamic global environment. We are seeking someone with excellent communication skills and close collaboration with international stakeholders and cross-functional teams. If you are looking for an opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced and international environment, we would love to hear from you!

• Take responsibility for the monthly closing and reporting, and statutory closing of Swiss entities as well as compliance
• Bi-yearly closing of statutory books and preparation/review of FS, IFC matrix update
• Ensure quality of work performed in the Finance Shared Service Center for the Swiss entities (AP, AR, Treasury, GL, Expenses, VAT, etc.)
• Be responsible for proper Transfer Pricing application (%, mark-up, documentation, filling)
• Assume responsibility of tax compliance (Income tax, deferred tax, VAT indirectly) according to the rulings and respect deadlines
• Review of reconciliations (BS, payroll, DT, VAT, IFRS-Stat, SL-GL, etc.)
• Be involved in all projects affecting accounting (merge, acquisition of subsidiaries, acquisition of assets, sale of building, new loans, legal issues, new WHS)
• Cooperate with external and internal auditors
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency
• Participate in budget forecasting – sending monthly CC reports, providing comments on variances, responsible for allocation keys definition and calculation as well as update and communicate with BU controllers
• Collaborate with international teams and stakeholders, cooperate closely with other departments within organization

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Having Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification
• In-depth understanding of IFRS and HKFRS, including financial reporting and statutory compliance requirements
• Ideally more than 6 years of experience in similar positions in industrial, international environment with ERP system
• Experience in working with Oracle ERP system would be considered as advantage
• Proficiency in English is mandatory;
  French or German language skills would be considered an advantage
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously
• Analytical and data-driven mindset with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure with stress resilient mindset
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across international teams
• Open to occasional travel within Europe

• A truly international, multicultural, and fast-paced working environment
• The opportunity to work on impactful regional and cross-functional projects
• Exposure to a highly automated and innovative production environment
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a global organization
• Collaboration with experienced international teams and finance leaders