Accounting Manager (M/F/D)
Tasks:
Manage the execution of strategies for US tariff project. Has the operational oversight to provide services at expected levels with a clear customer focus, including handling the exceptions
Strong Swiss statutory and tax accounting competence acquired in auditing in major auditing company
Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status and addressing any issues that arise.
Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for related policies and processes, supports productivity objectives and continuous improvement, process changes and leading practices to have an efficient and effective process
Lead and manage project teams to deliver projects successfully. Develop and implement project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
Promote a strong and control environment, follow up on audit issues and implement correcting measures
Support External and Internal Audit
Drives and monitors improvements to sustain a highly effective and efficient accounting and reporting process, and realizes cost reduction opportunities including areas to harmonize and standardize processes
Contribute to Global initiatives, such as the Global SAP S/HANA implementation Lean Digital Core (“LDC”)
Qualification:
Preferred: Swiss Chartered Expert in Financial and Managerial Accounting and Reporting / Chartered Accountant or
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting
Lean/ Six Sigma Certified preferred
8+ years of financial / accounting experience, with in-depth functional expertise; experience in auditing or consultancy is a plus
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-national organization
Experience in managing projects driving performance improvements
IFRS / Swiss Statutory reporting knowledge
SAP skills
Solid communication, presentation and coordination skills, ability to effectively communicate with various people within the organization
Experience in managing projects driving performance improvements
English (written and spoken), German is beneficial (written and spoken), Other languages are a plus
Requirements:
Start: 01.07.2025
Duration: 6 months
Capacity: 5 days per week
Location: Basel, Switzerland