Senior Group Accounting Specialist

The role has a functional reporting line to the Group Accounting team at Headquarters in Zurich

• Support technical accounting activities by preparing IFRS analyses, accounting memos, and maintaining the Group Accounting Manual.
• Review consolidated reporting packages, monitor monthly closing activities, analyze variances, and ensure audit-ready documentation.
• Contribute to finance transformation initiatives, including IFRS 18 implementation, Tagetik enhancements, and Chart of Accounts projects.
• Collaborate with local finance teams and cross-functional stakeholders, providing technical accounting guidance and supporting knowledge sharing.
• Identify accounting risks and improvement opportunities, escalating complex matters to Group Accounting leadership when required.
• Master's degree in Economics, Accounting, or a related field, and qualification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• At least 4–5 years of experience in a Big Four audit firm with a focus on IFRS and Group audits; experience in Group Accounting is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of consolidated financial statements, Group consolidation processes, and international multi-entity environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess accounting issues, identify risks, and propose practical solutions.
• Experience with finance transformation initiatives (e.g., IFRS 18, systems implementation, Chart of Accounts redesign) and consolidation tools such as Tagetik is an advantage.
• Fluent English, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with international and cross-functional teams.
• Responsible challenge with diversified field of activity
• Team-oriented working atmosphere in an international Company
• Personal development opportunities through the own Inova Academy
• Opportunity to gain an insight into various technical disciplines
• Excellent employment conditions
• Attractive working place (central, good transport links)
• Modern infrastructure

Compensation

• Basic wage component (gross): 77000 EUR/year
• This amount is our minimal offered salary. Compensation is determined based on your level, skills, experience and qualifications.
• For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.