Chief Accountant

Come Innovate Motion with Us

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Chief Accountant to join our international team. This role requires strong expertise in IFRS/HKFRS reporting, statutory compliance, and financial operations, along with the ability to manage multiple complex projects in a dynamic global environment. We are seeking someone with excellent communication skills and close collaboration with international stakeholders and cross-functional teams. If you are looking for an opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced and international environment, we would love to hear from you!

Your responsibilities will be to:

• Take responsibility for the monthly closing and reporting, and statutory closing of Swiss entities as well as compliance

• Bi-yearly closing of statutory books and preparation/review of FS, ICS matrix update

• Ensure quality of work performed in the Finance Shared Service Center for the Swiss entities (AP, AR, Treasury, GL, Expenses, VAT, etc.)

• Be responsible for proper Transfer Pricing application (%, mark-up, documentation, filling)

• Assume responsibility of tax compliance (Income tax, deferred tax, VAT indirectly) according to the rulings and respect deadlines

• Review of reconciliations (BS, payroll, DT, VAT, IFRS-Stat, SL-GL, etc.)

• Be involved in all projects affecting accounting (merge, acquisition of subsidiaries, acquisition of assets, sale of building, new loans, legal issues, new WHS)

• Cooperate with external and internal auditors

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency

• Participate in budget forecasting – sending monthly CC reports, providing comments on variances, responsible for allocation keys definition and calculation as well as update and communicate with BU controllers

• Collaborate with international teams and stakeholders, cooperate closely with other departments within organization

Our requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

• Having Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification

• In-depth understanding of IFRS and HKFRS, including financial reporting and statutory compliance requirements

• Ideally more than 6 years of experience in similar positions in industrial, international environment with ERP system

• Experience in working with Oracle ERP system would be considered as advantage

• Proficiency in English is mandatory; French or German language skills would be considered an advantage

• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously

• Analytical and data-driven mindset with a proactive and solution-oriented approach

• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure with stress resilient mindset

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across international teams

• Open to occasional travel within Europe

What do we offer:

• A truly international, multicultural, and fast-paced working environment

• The opportunity to work on impactful regional and cross-functional projects

• Exposure to a highly automated and innovative production environment

• Professional development and growth opportunities within a global organization

• Collaboration with experienced international teams and finance leaders

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.