Albedis Lausanne
Lausanne
Accounting & Finance Manager
- 01 September 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Lausanne
About the job
ALBEDIS is a leading Swiss recruitment partner, specialising in connecting talents and companies across a wide range of sectors, from support roles to executive functions. As a member of Interiman Group, ALBEDIS relies on the combined expertise of its partner brands to cover areas such as architecture and real estate, finance, IT, life sciences, legal, and human resources, with a presence throughout Switzerland (Bern, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich).
Accounting & Finance Manager
Client Description
Albedis supports specialists and executives in their next career step. We connect you with companies that match your experience, ambitions, and professional goals.
On behalf of our client, an SME established in the Lausanne region, we are looking for a
Accounting & Finance Manager
You will be responsible for the financial and accounting management of three entities, covering everything from general accounting to advising management. Treasury, vehicle financing, reporting, salaries, and internal control are part of your daily tasks. In this role, you will:
Job Description
- manage the general accounting of three entities, VAT returns, quarterly closings, and preparation of the annual closing for the audit body
- oversee treasury, liquidity, cash flow, and profitability, prepare monthly reports and the annual budget
- supervise supplier and debtor flows: payments, invoices, credit notes, reminders, and debt collection follow-up
- monitor operations specific to the automotive sector: new vehicle financing, stock financing accounts, control of refinanced vehicles, and vehicle invoicing
- prepare financial statements for importers and manage advertising budgets, credit notes, and relationships with the agent network
- control internal procedures, propose necessary adjustments, and contribute to the prevention of financial risks and irregularities
- coordinate relationships with banks, auditors, importers, and other external partners
- handle salaries and HR administration: social insurances, withholding tax, contracts, arrivals, departures, and personnel-related correspondence
- supervise accounting, administration, and sales disposition activities
- monitor inventories as well as the financial aspects of ancillary activities
- participate in management meetings and cross-functional company projects, notably those related to tool development and the use of artificial intelligence
Profile Required
- proven experience in general accounting, closings, treasury, reporting, and budget preparation in an SME environment (ideally in the automotive or mobility sector)
- ability to maintain operational involvement while providing analyses and recommendations to management
- experience in payroll management, social insurances, and personnel administration in Switzerland
- initial experience in supervising or coordinating an administrative team
- clear communication with diverse stakeholders: management, banks, auditors, suppliers, and business partners
- knowledge of automotive distribution, stock financing, or relationships with importers is a strong advantage
Your Benefits
- Full financial responsibility for three entities
- Direct access to liquidity, profitability, and decision-making topics
- A role combining finance, automotive operations, HR, and management
- Regular interactions with management, banks, importers, sales network, and audit body
- Opportunity to contribute to procedure improvements and company transformation projects
