Head of Group Accounting & Reporting

About Unilabs

Headquartered in Geneva and part of the A.P. Moller Group, Unilabs is one of Europe’s leading medical diagnostics companies, offering a complete range of laboratory, pathology, genetics, and imaging services to patients across 14 countries. Unilabs invests heavily in technology, equipment, and people – using digital technologies in its state-of-the-art laboratories and imaging institutes – to improve the lives of close to 100 million people every year.

Role Purpose

We are looking for an experienced and driven Group Accounting & Reporting Leader to shape and elevate our international finance function, combining deep IFRS expertise with strategic vision and a passion for transformation.

In this role, you will partner closely with senior leadership, lead a high-performing team in Porto, and drive excellence across Group reporting, consolidation, governance, audit, and complex accounting matters. You will play a key role in standardizing and centralizing processes, advancing automation and digitalization initiatives, supporting acquisitions and integrations, and ensuring the highest standards of financial integrity and compliance.

This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is motivated by the chance to build, influence, and create lasting impact on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

Group Accounting & Reporting Leadership

• Lead the monthly, quarterly and annual consolidation process in compliance with IFRS
• Ensure quality, completeness and integrity of financial data across all entities
• Review and challenge local submissions and closing packages
• Oversee preparation of IFRS financial statements and disclosures

Accounting Policies & Technical Expertise

• Own the Group accounting policies and reporting manual
• Act as single point of contact for complex technical accounting matters
• Manage IFRS updates, interpretation and implementation
• Assess accounting treatment of complex transactions (M&A, restructuring, financing, etc.)

SSC Porto Leadership & Process Ownership

• Lead and develop the Group Accounting & Reporting team based in Porto
• Drive standardization and centralization of accounting processes of Unilabs markets into the SSC
• Ensure robust internal controls and compliance with Group policies
• Implement and monitor KPIs and service quality metrics

Transformation & Systems

• Drive continuous improvement of the finance operating model
• Lead initiatives related to ERP (D365), consolidation tools (Tagetik) and automation
• Improve reporting timelines, data quality and process efficiency
• Support the digitalization of accounting processes

Audit & Governance

• Lead the Group external audit process and act as main point of contact for auditors
• Ensure readiness and quality of supporting documentation
• Audit & Risk Committee and Board reporting and presentation
• Strengthen internal control environment and compliance framework

Projects & M&A Integration

• Lead accounting aspects of acquisitions, integrations and reorganizations
• Support due diligence and post-acquisition accounting alignment
• Ensure proper implementation of Group standards for new entities

General Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing international team
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement
• Coordinate cross-functional finance processes across geographies
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and internal requirements

Profile – Personal Characteristics

• Strong leadership and ability to influence senior stakeholders
• High level of integrity, rigor and accountability
• Hands-on, pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, transforming environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Experience & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• Professional certification (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) preferred
• Minimum 10–12 years of experience, including:

• o Significant experience in IFRS reporting and consolidation
• o Experience in multinational and/or SSC environments
• o Background in Big 4 audit strongly preferred

• Proven experience in team management and leadership
• Demonstrated exposure to complex projects (M&A, transformation, systems)

Technical Skills

• Deep knowledge of IFRS and Group reporting requirements
• Strong understanding of internal controls and financial processes
• Experience with ERP systems (D365 preferred) and consolidation tools (Tagetik highly valued)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Language Skills

• English: Fluent (mandatory)
• What a successful candidate looks like

• A trusted partner to the CFO and senior leadership
• A leader capable of building and scaling a best-in-class finance function in Porto
• A technical expert who can translate complex accounting into clear decisions
• A driver of transformation, automation and continuous improvement