Senior Consultant - Financial Accounting Advisory Services - US focused markets group 100%
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The opportunity
To further support the significant growth of our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team in Switzerland, we are looking to hire additional highly-qualified resources in Zurich/Basel. Specifically, as part of this job posting, we are looking for a Senior Consultant to support our US-Focused Markets Group (US-FMG). Working across many different industries, this individual will develop by executing and leading US GAAP and US capital markets specific FAAS projects. It is all about listening to our clients, asking the better questions, and supporting them in areas where there are no off-the-shelf solutions.
Skills and attributes for success
To qualify for the role you must have
- Bachelor or Master degree (preferred in Accounting/Finance), complemented with completed further relevant professional education (e.g., US CPA (preferred), or Swiss CPA, ACCA, CFA)
- 2 to 5 years of experience in audit or consulting with a focus on US GAAP, PCAOB, SOX, SEC, and US capital market transactions
- Advisory experience with capital markets transactions, such as initial public offerings (IPOs), public debt listings, carve-out transactions, etc. is strongly encouraged
- Process and controls experience for SOX 404 requirements is strongly encouraged
- IFRS knowledge is not required but a plus to support GAAP conversion projects
- A proven record of excellence in project management, specifically when managing and supporting a team of high-performing individuals including offshore/remote resources
- Strong risk management knowledge and technical writing skills
- Proactive, flexible and team-oriented from concept and design to implementation of projects. Intellectual curiosity and willingness to go “the extra mile”
- Ability to build your relevant internal and external networks in a fast-paced and international environment investing in sustainable relationships
- Very good English skills (speaking and writing) is a prerequisite, German and French are a plus.