Zürich
Head of Accounting (m/f/d)
- 09 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 115 000 - 130 000 /year
- German (Native language), English (Intermediate)
- 8001 Zürich
About the job
We have developed a web-based online platform for job searching and talent acquisition that digitalises the application process and supports the company in quickly recognising talents in the market and securing them for the long term. With a digital Rocken profile, every applicant can quickly and easily connect with market-leading companies and share their profile.
Our work places people at the centre both technologically and organically. Rocken® offers executive search and talent management consulting to address the personal and individual needs of each person and to implement these optimally in recruitment and career planning.
Head of Accounting (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF115,000 - 130,000Our partner company operates in the consumer goods industry. We specifically place specialists in this field and open the right doors for you. If you want to learn more about the company and the position, apply now.
Role:
For our ROCKEN partner, we are looking for an experienced leader in finance and accounting who combines operational expertise with entrepreneurial thinking. In this key position, you are responsible for the further development of financial accounting, ensuring high-quality financial statements, and leading your team both professionally and personally. You also bring your expertise in SAP, Swiss GAAP FER, and OR and actively drive the optimisation of existing financial processes.
Responsibilities:
You ensure the proper management of financial accounting
You are responsible for the timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements according to Swiss GAAP FER and applicable legal accounting regulations
You lead, promote, and develop your team and ensure efficient task distribution as well as consistently high work quality
You coordinate tax and VAT matters and are an important contact person for external auditors and authorities
You take a central role in the further development of SAP-supported financial processes
You lead and accompany projects in the finance area, especially for process optimisation, standardisation, and further development of the system landscape
Qualifications:
You have a higher education in finance and accounting, for example a federal diploma, a degree, or a comparable qualification
You bring several years of professional experience in finance and accounting as well as sound knowledge in preparing financial statements
You have very good knowledge of Swiss GAAP FER and OR as well as practical experience in the VAT area
You possess solid SAP knowledge, ideally in the FI module, and are confident in using Excel
Preferably, you have some leadership experience
Benefits:
- Canteen, meal allowances and discounts
- Participation in health measures
- Attractive pension and insurance benefits
- Attractive benefits in case of illness or accident
- Coaching and mentoring
- Home office
- Flexible working hours
ROCKEN Jobs:
https://rocken.jobs
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https://rocken.jobs/application/profil-erstellen/
Work location
Zurich
Contact
Angelika Eisfeld,
+41443852165
