Head of Cantonal Accounting (m/f/d)

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the

cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,

our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. With our meaningful

work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

The Office for Financial Services is responsible for cantonal accounting. It supports decentralized accounting in all matters related to accounting and ensures uniform implementation. Furthermore, it manages the canton’s assets, is responsible for payment transactions, conducts the technical planning process, and prepares both the accounting annual financial statements and the cantonal financial publications. Additionally, the office manages the state financial and logistics applications.

To complement our team, we are looking for you immediately or by arrangement as

Head of Cantonal Accounting (m/f/d)

Workload: 80-100%

Workplace: St. Gallen

What to expect

• You lead and further develop the team both personally and organizationally
• You take over the professional management of cantonal accounting and are responsible for guidelines, instructions, and the internal control system (ICS)
• You ensure operational business with your team – from general ledger, asset accounting, and subsidiary ledgers to the preparation of the annual financial statements
• You lead the cantonal treasury (liquidity, investments, loans, financing, bank accounts)
• You take responsibility in the accounting and financial management development program
• You participate in inter-cantonal expert groups

What distinguishes you

• You have a university degree in business administration, financial management, or a comparable qualification (e.g., certified auditor / controller)
• You have many years of professional experience in accounting and several years of leadership experience
• You know the structures and accounting of the public administration very well and bring HRM2 competence
• You have extensive SAP experience (FI CO) and are confident in handling data and IT systems
• You work in a structured, reliable, and independent manner and enjoy process improvements
• You communicate clearly, convincingly, and reliably and act with high integrity
• You possess strong self-leadership skills and take responsibility out of conviction

What we offer

• A responsible role with scope for design in a central, modern financial services office undergoing a transformation process
• A committed team that values collaboration and development
• Opportunities for personal and professional development – also within the framework of major digitization projects
• Flexible working hours and progressive employment conditions
• A role where you can both lead and contribute professionally

Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you want to be part of the team, we look forward to receiving your application.