Senior Accountant - German GAAP
Michael Page Switzerland
Lausanne
Key information
- Publication date:29 August 2025
- Workload:80 – 100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Lausanne
- Responsibilities: Handle bookkeeping, payroll, tax filings (VAT, corporate), and financial reporting for a German entity, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
- Profile: 5+ years of experience, fluent in German and English, strong knowledge of HGB/GermanGAAP, with a degree in accounting/finance and ideally a professional certification.
I'm recruiting for a Senior Accountant position on a permanent basis in the Lausanne area. The role is for a fast-growing international company with a German legal entity, requiring strong expertise in German accounting standards and tax compliance.
Description
- Take full responsibility for the accounting operations of a German entity, including ledger entries, reconciliations, and financial closings.
- Manage payroll and ensure accurate tax filings (VAT, corporate), strictly aligned with German accounting and tax regulations.
- Prepare financial reports, support planning activities, and drive improvements in accounting processes and internal controls.
Profile
- Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, with strong expertise in bookkeeping, payroll, and tax compliance under German GAAP (HGB).
- Fluent in German and English, proficient in DATEV if possible and Excel, and holds a degree in accounting or finance.
- Demonstrates reliability, attention to detail, autonomy, and strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and manage deadlines effectively.
Job Offer
- Join a fast-paced international environment that values collaboration, autonomy, and continuous improvement.
- Benefit from a competitive compensation package, 5 weeks of vacation, flexible hours, and a hybrid work model with regular office presence.
About the company
Michael Page Switzerland
Lausanne
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