FAAS Senior Manager - Assistant Controller; IFMS

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EY is expanding its Integrated Finance Managed Services (IFMS) offering in Switzerland, and we are seeking a Senior Manager to serve as Regional Controller. This is a new and strategic position, designed to shape the operational model and governance framework for IFMS across Switzerland and Europe. The role offers a unique combination of controllership oversight, technical accounting leadership, and operational excellence within a managed services environment.

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close, including analytical review and interpretation of results.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and disclosures under the appropriate reporting framework (IFRS, US GAAP, Swiss Code of Obligations, Swiss GAAP FER), depending on client requirements.
• Collaborate with EY specialists on complex technical accounting matters.
• Support regulatory reporting obligations, including SEC filings (as applicable), EU regulatory submissions, and SIX Swiss Exchange reporting.
• Direct and coordinate onshore and offshore delivery teams across accounting, tax, FP&A, payroll, treasury, and related finance operations.
• Ensure the integrity of internal control environments (SOX or equivalent) and lead interactions with internal and external auditors.
• Advise senior client stakeholders, including CFOs and Controllers, and contribute to board and audit committee materials.
• Drive continuous improvement across processes, systems, and service delivery.

• 12–15+ years of progressive experience in accounting, controllership, or finance leadership roles, ideally within multinational or publicly listed organizations.
• Strong technical knowledge across IFRS and/or US GAAP, with proven ability to operate flexibly across frameworks.
• Experience in Big 4 environments strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated capability to lead diverse, cross‑border teams in a hybrid delivery model.
• Hands‑on, structured, and solutions‑oriented approach; familiarity with SAP and modern financial technologies is beneficial.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to evolving client needs.
• Experience supporting public‑company reporting or SEC‑related processes is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with proficiency in French or German.