Group Accountant / Corporate Controller (m/f/d) Zurich

Workload: 80% – 100%

Career Level: Mid-Senior Level

About Us

The specialised Corporate & Finance team at Randstad Switzerland connects top financial talents with leading national and multinational companies, publicly listed corporations and hidden champions throughout Switzerland. As market demands continuously increase, we are constantly seeking ambitious finance experts who want to take their career to the next level and become part of our premium talent pool for exclusive, non-publicly advertised positions.

We are currently looking for: Group Accountants / Senior Corporate Controllers who bring a strong combination of solid accounting knowledge and strategic corporate controlling.

Your Responsibilities

• Financial & Group Reporting: Support or lead the preparation of consolidated monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements according to international (IFRS / Swiss GAAP FER) and national (OR) accounting standards.

• Corporate Controlling: Manage budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis processes to provide senior management and stakeholders with sound financial insights.

• Process Optimisation & Digitalisation: Actively participate in finance transformation projects, including ERP system migrations (e.g. SAP) and the automation/digitalisation of financial subprocesses.

• Governance & Compliance: Maintain and optimise the internal control system (ICS) and ensure full compliance with financial and tax regulations.

• Strategic Consulting: Cross-departmental collaboration as a trusted business partner in strategic ad-hoc projects, such as M&A activities, treasury management or audit preparations.

Your Profile

• Education: Completed university degree (Bachelor or Master) in business administration, finance or accounting, or a higher federal diploma (e.g. Swiss Certified Public Accountant, Swiss Certified Expert in Accounting and Controlling).

• Professional Experience: At least 3 to 5 years of solid professional experience in a Big Four / external audit firm or in a group accounting or controlling function of a multinational corporation.

• Technical Expertise: Profound knowledge of IFRS and/or Swiss GAAP FER. Strong affinity for data, data analysis tools and modern financial ERP systems (especially SAP).

• Mindset: An analytically thinking, dynamic and team-oriented personality who thrives in a fast-paced corporate environment and values entrepreneurial responsibility.

• Languages: German: Business fluent / negotiation level; English: Business fluent / negotiation level; French: Knowledge advantageous / nice-to-have.

Your Benefits with Us

• We only match you with companies that fit your salary expectations, cultural preferences and desired work-life balance.

• We optimise your documents together and prepare you intensively and professionally for interviews.

• Absolute discretion: Your application is treated with strict confidentiality – your current employer will not be informed.

Next Steps

No long, complicated cover letter needed! Simply send us your CV and certificates. We will get back to you promptly for a non-binding initial conversation to discuss your wishes and the current market opportunities.

Workload: 80% – 100%

Career Level: Mid-Senior Level

The specialised Corporate & Finance team at Randstad Switzerland connects top financial talents with leading national and multinational companies, publicly listed corporations and hidden champions throughout Switzerland. As market demands continuously increase, we are constantly seeking ambitious finance experts who want to take their career to the next level and become part of our premium talent pool for exclusive, non-publicly advertised positions.

We are currently looking for: Group Accountants / Senior Corporate Controllers who bring a strong combination of solid accounting knowledge and strategic corporate controlling.

• Financial & Group Reporting: Support or lead the preparation of consolidated monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements according to international (IFRS / Swiss GAAP FER) and national (OR) accounting standards.

• Corporate Controlling: Manage budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis processes to provide senior management and stakeholders with sound financial insights.

• Process Optimisation & Digitalisation: Actively participate in finance transformation projects, including ERP system migrations (e.g. SAP) and the automation/digitalisation of financial subprocesses.

• Governance & Compliance: Maintain and optimise the internal control system (ICS) and ensure full compliance with financial and tax regulations.

• Strategic Consulting: Cross-departmental collaboration as a trusted business partner in strategic ad-hoc projects, such as M&A activities, treasury management or audit preparations.

• Education: Completed university degree (Bachelor or Master) in business administration, finance or accounting, or a higher federal diploma (e.g. Swiss Certified Public Accountant, Swiss Certified Expert in Accounting and Controlling).

• Professional Experience: At least 3 to 5 years of solid professional experience in a Big Four / external audit firm or in a group accounting or controlling function of a multinational corporation.

• Technical Expertise: Profound knowledge of IFRS and/or Swiss GAAP FER. Strong affinity for data, data analysis tools and modern financial ERP systems (especially SAP).

• Mindset: An analytically thinking, dynamic and team-oriented personality who thrives in a fast-paced corporate environment and values entrepreneurial responsibility.

• Languages: German: Business fluent / negotiation level; English: Business fluent / negotiation level; French: Knowledge advantageous / nice-to-have.

Your Benefits with Us

• We only match you with companies that fit your salary expectations, cultural preferences and desired work-life balance.

• We optimise your documents together and prepare you intensively and professionally for interviews.

• Absolute discretion: Your application is treated with strict confidentiality – your current employer will not be informed.

No long, complicated cover letter needed! Simply send us your CV and certificates. We will get back to you promptly for a non-binding initial conversation to discuss your wishes and the current market opportunities.