Senior Specialist - General Accounting (m/f/d)

REFERENCE NUMBER:

716678/1

MY DUTIES:

- Prepares and monitors the annual statutory reporting, including preparation of statutory financials under IFRS and Swiss Code of Obligations, respective documentation and assistance during the statutory audit
- Ensures timely and accurately booking and justification of monthly accounting transactions for the entities
- Manages the monthly closing process in coordination with the Business Services Center as well as budget holders and financial analysts
- Prepares and/or reviews SAP accounting journal entries as and when required
- Be first point of contact to internal and external auditors
- Maintains chart of accounts and provides support to other departments for cost-center analysis and maintenance
- Prepares the annual tax return and provides ad hoc tax reporting
- Leverages resources from the Business Services Center regarding fixed assets, intercompany, payroll and cash activities
- Supports the Finance Manager in the development and preparation of KPIs and controlling tools
- Works effectively with key-stakeholders across divisions and different levels of management
- Manage (lead) or participate in projects within the finance organization aiming to foster collaboration, process improvement and harmonization

MY QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent)
- Well-founded experience as an accountant within a multinational environment
- Strong knowledge of accounting regulations and practices (US GAAP, Swiss Code of Obligations)
- Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and SAP
- Experienced in optimizing business processes leveraging technology
- Business-level English skills (speaking and writing) required, fluency in German is an advantageous

MY BENEFITS:

- International reputed Pharma organisation
- Great work culture
- Positive collaborative team environment

ABOUT HAYS:

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