Senior Accounting Manager (100%)

For our client, Perfetti van Melle Europe GmbH, located in Zurich, a manufacturer of confectionery and chewing gum, with well-known brands such as Mentos, Stimorol, Smint, Chupa Chups etc., which are loved both worldwide and locally, we are looking for a

We are creating a new organisation and inviting you to be part of this exciting and challenging journey! Let’s create together!

• Lead accountant, overseeing key operational activities that span across various geographies and cover all processes from Procure to Pay, Order to Cash, Record to Report etc.
• Implementing new processes and tools, providing guidance to business stakeholders on various financial topics
• Ensuring that the company’s financial reports are accurate and comply with local and group regulations
• Analyzing financial data and preparing accurate financial statements
• Financial Planning and budgeting
• Financial Reporting etc.

• Degree in Business Administration or Accounting or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards (Swiss GAAP and IFRS) is very important
• Prior experience in Lead Accounting in a HQ of an international company 
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare accurate financial statements
• Experience with financial planning and budgeting
• Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate financial information to management and other stakeholders
• Knowledge of Swiss tax laws and regulations
• Ability to drive process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting
• Fluent in English
• At least an intermediate level in German
• Prior experience with SAP is advantageous
• Passion for learning and thriving in a dynamic, multicultural environment

• Good opportunities for career development and advancement
• Collaborative culture that values creativity, diversity and excellence
• Workplace is in Zurich City (in the Prime Tower) - hybrid 

Are you ready to embark on this journey?
Let’s shape the future of sugar confectionery together!

Apply now to join Perfetti van Melle Europe GmbH.

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Fischer Personal, Daniel Fischer
Breitingerstrasse 21, 8002 Zürich

www.fischer-personal.ch | Tel. 044 940 05 79