Senior Accountant Swiss Statutory

bJobdescription /bbr/pLocation: Visp, Valais, Switzerland (Hybrid: min. 3 days on-site) /ppWorkload: 80%
- 100% FTE /ppContract Type: Permanent /ppSector: Specialized Life Sciences Healthcare Manufacturing /ph3The Opportunity /h3pOn behalf of our client, a rapidly scaling, well-funded international life sciences manufacturing company operating cutting-edge facilities in Upper Valais. Randstad Switzerland is exclusively searching for an experienced, hands-on br/Senior Accountant (80
- 100%). /ppUnlike rigid corporate hierarchies, this organization combines the financial stability of international pharma backing with a high-trust, low-bureaucracy operating culture. In this role, you will hold direct ownership of the Swiss statutory closing process, drive ERP automation initiatives, and act as a pivotal business partner bridging daily operations and financial governance.br/ /ph3Core Responsibilities /h3ullipStatutory Closings Financial Reporting: Take full end-to-end responsibility for the monthly, quarterly, and annual closings of the Swiss operating entity under the Swiss Code of Obligations (OR / CO), including accruals, provisions, fixed assets, and intercompany reconciliations. /p /lilipTax, VAT Audit Governance: Prepare and submit Swiss VAT returns, manage statutory tax closings in coordination with external tax advisors, and serve as the lead contact for external auditors. /p /lilipInternational Standards Support: Support the corporate transition to international reporting standards, driving reconciliations under IFRS or US GAAP. /p /lilipERP Process Ownership (MS Dynamics 365 Business Central): Act as the internal system owner for the Record-to-Report (R2R) process. Drive hands-on workflow automation, master data integrity, and system enhancements in partnership with the external implementation partner. /p /lilipInternal Control System (ICS / IKS): Maintain, refine, and document the internal control framework under Swiss legal standards, defining key financial controls and segregation of duties (SoD) across operational finance and ERP workflows. /p /li /ul bQualifikationen /bbr/Candidate ProfileullipProfessional Certification: Swiss Federal Diploma as Specialist in Finance Accounting (Fachfrau / Fachmann im Finanz
- und Rechnungswesen mit eidg. Fachausweis), Fiduciary Specialist (Treuhänder:in mit eidg. Fachausweis), or a recognized international qualification (ACCA, CPA, Swiss Master's).br/ /p /lilipExperience: Minimum 5 years of autonomous, hands-on financial accounting experience in Switzerland, ideally within life sciences, biotechnology, or advanced manufacturing environments.br/ /p /lilipTechnical Depth: Proven mastery of local statutory closings under the Swiss Code of Obligations (OR); practical working knowledge of IFRS or US GAAP reconciliations is required. Solid competence in Swiss VAT and corporate tax compliance.br/ /p /lilipSystems Proficiency: Strong experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Navision is a major asset; advanced MS Excel skills (Power Query / Power BI is a distinct advantage).br/ /p /lilipLanguages: Fluent German and business-fluent English (written and spoken).br/ /p /lilipLocation Presence: Based in Upper/Lower Valais or within a manageable daily commute along the Bern/Thun NEAT corridor (approx. 45
- 55 min via Lötschberg Base Tunnel). A minimum on-site presence of 3 days per week in Visp is mandatory. /p /li /ulWhat This Role DeliversullipAutonomy Impact: True process ownership with direct visibility to executive finance leadership without bureaucratic roadblocks. /p /lilipModern Culture: Collaborative, purpose-driven workplace emphasizing psychological safety, flexible hours, and flat hierarchies. /p /lilipHybrid Flexibility: Flexible working setup with up to 2 days of home office per week. /p /lilipCompensation

Benefits:
Highly competitive Swiss base salary, attractive annual performance bonus, above-standard pension fund contributions, and dedicated support for continuous professional development. /p /li /ul