Head Global Project Accounting

vor 2 Wochen

Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz swisscontact Vollzeit
swisscontact

To join our team at the Global Office in Zurich, Switzerland we are looking for a dynamic and experienced finance professional as a Head Project Accounting / Head Finance starting on 1 November 2025 or by arrangement. This unique opportunity will start as a Head of Global Project Accounting and will transition into a Head of Global Finance role after two years. This role is pivotal in supporting the transformation of our finance operations and enhancing our impact across 40 countries.

Your role will be to actively accompany and promote this process. You will work closely with business administration teams in our Regions, operations, business development and HR to ensure that our finance data is up-to date and worldwide finance processes improvement of our systems and the successful delivery of projects. In these roles, you will directly report to the Director Finance and Technology (CFO) at Swisscontact.

Key Responsibilities in the first 2 years (Head Global Project Accounting)

- Lead and manage directly a team of finance professionals.
- Ensure accurate set-up of accounts for international projects in 40 countries.
- Supervise the monthly pro-forma closing process to ensure timely and accurate reporting for 140 projects, often with different donor and currency translation requirements.
- Coordinate the semester accounts closing process, including the preparation of project financial statements for donors and the group audit.
- Collaborate with the Finance and Technology team to develop and enhance corporate project accounting processes.
- Support the training of project accounting tasks to local teams.
- Maintain and further develop the close collaboration with the Finance and Technology teams, as well as Operations, HR and Business Development

Key Responsibilities after 2 years (Head Global Finance), in addition to the responsibilities above:

- Co-management of the comprehensive closing process including the annual financial close.
- Lead the maintenance and advancement of the accounting systems, Abacus, and the integration with MS Dynamics.
- Manage the organization's treasury and foreign exchange accounts with strategic oversight.
- Develop solutions and provide guidance for complex accounting transactions, such as in-kind contributions in co-financing projects.
- Enhance team capabilities and support the development of business administration interfaces across regional offices.
- Coordinate the development of the corporate finance structure (e.g. set-up, supervision and dissolvement of subsidiaries).
- Act as a main technical contact to the Group Auditor.

Branche: Community/Sozialer Dienst/Non-Profit

Funktion: Anderes

Stellenprozent: 80-100% / 100%

Führungsperson: Ja

Anstellungsart: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)

- Masters's degree or Higher Swiss Federal Diploma in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; an additional professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is an advantage.
- At least 10 years of experience in project accounting and corporate finance in an international context, with good understanding of foreign exchange rate constellations.
- Excellent knowledge in the preparation of financial statements and consolidation in accordance with Swiss GAAP FER (or alternatively IFRS).
- Proven leadership skills with experience in managing international finance teams.
- Solid understanding in and affinity to accounting and ERP systems, ideally Abacus and/or MS Dynamics.
- Project experience in financial ERP development is an advantage.
- Excellent analytical, organizational and hands-on problem-solving skills.
- Strong results orientation and creative drive with the ability to actively and successfully manage change processes.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in English and German, Knowledge of French and/or Spanish is a plus.
- Understanding of project business administration in Official Development Assistance (ODA) is a plus.

Swisscontact offers attractive working conditions in an international and multicultural context. We see our work as a joint effort in an agile organizational culture: mutual respect, trust and teamwork.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents: letter of motivation, curriculum vitae, diplomas and references. Please apply exclusively via our online application portal. For further information please visit: www.swisscontact.org .

  • Head Global Project Accounting

    vor 2 Wochen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz swisscontact Vollzeit

    swisscontactTo join our team at the Global Office in Zurich, Switzerland we are looking for a dynamic and experienced finance professional as a Head Project Accounting / Head Finance starting on 1 November 2025 or by arrangement. This unique opportunity will start as a Head of Global Project Accounting and will transition into a Head of Global Finance role...

  • Head Global Project Accounting

    vor 2 Wochen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz swisscontact Vollzeit

    swisscontactTo join our team at the Global Office in Zurich, Switzerland we are looking for a dynamic and experienced finance professional as a Head Project Accounting / Head Finance starting on 1 November 2025 or by arrangement. This unique opportunity will start as a Head of Global Project Accounting and will transition into a Head of Global Finance role...

  • Head Global Project Accounting

    vor 2 Wochen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Geneve Int Vollzeit

    Head Global Project Accounting / Head FinanceSiteSwitzerland , Zürich , ZurichSector:Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International CooperationSwisscontact is an independent non-profit development organisation established in 1959 by representatives of the Swiss private sector and civil society. Our development work focuses on private sector-led,...

  • Global Accounting Manager

    vor 3 Stunden

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Hitachi Vantara Corporation Vollzeit

    About the JobHitachi Vantara Corporation is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as a Head of Accounting and Reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with experience in driving financial excellence and strategic decision-making in a global organization.Your Key...

  • Group Head of Accounting and Financial Reporting

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz ABB Schweiz AG Vollzeit

    Group Head of Accounting and Financial ReportingAt ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. Write the next chapter of your ABB...

  • Head of Accounting

    vor 2 Stunden

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Hitachi Vantara Corporation Vollzeit

    DescriptionThe opportunityWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Accounting & Reporting to drive financial excellence and strategic decision-making. In this key leadership role, you will oversee financial reporting, ensure compliance with global standards, and contribute to the financial strategy of a pioneering energy technology company.Join us...

  • Head of Accounting

    vor 2 Stunden

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz H-E Parts Vollzeit

    Location: Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0085693Date Posted: 2025-04-04Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY HOLDINGS LTDProfession (Job Category): FinanceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote: NoJob Description:The opportunity:We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Accounting & Reporting to drive financial excellence and strategic decision-making. In this key...

  • Global Accounting Leader

    Vor 7 Tagen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Randstad Vollzeit

    Randstad is seeking a Global Accounting Leader to join our team. As a key member of our financial leadership team, you will be responsible for leading the financial reporting function, ensuring that all reports are accurate, complete, and compliant with regulatory requirements.About the Role :Lead the financial reporting team, ensuring high-quality...

  • Head of International Accounting

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz AP Group Ltd Vollzeit

    The AP Group Ltd is seeking a Head of International Accounting to join its team. This strategic role requires a seasoned professional with expertise in managing complex financial systems, supervising senior accountants, and ensuring smooth financial operations across multiple jurisdictions.You will work closely with the Treasury and Compliance departments,...

  • Senior Accounting Manager

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz ABB Schweiz AG Vollzeit

    About the RoleThis challenging position requires a highly experienced and motivated individual who can lead a team and ensure compliance with complex accounting and reporting regulations.The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in finance and accounting, with experience in managing teams and projects related to financial reporting.The role is...

  • Global Accounting Expert

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Zurich 56 Company Ltd Vollzeit

    This position plays a key role in Zurich Insurance Group's finance team. As a Finance Accounting and Reporting Specialist, you will be responsible for performing financial accounting and reporting activities to support key business objectives.Key Responsibilities:Perform general ledger bookings and account reconciliation, including deferred income tax,...

  • Global Planning Director

    Vor 5 Tagen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Alcott Global Vollzeit

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our global planning efforts. As the Global Head of Planning, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing our global integrated planning framework.This role requires a strategic thinker who can align demand, supply, inventory, production, and logistics to transform our global...

  • Senior Financial Accountant

    vor 18 Stunden

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Zurich Australian Insurance Ltd. Vollzeit

    Accountant (Junior, France team)The ideal candidate will have at least 1-2 years of relevant accounting experience and practical accounting experience in GL / financial audit or financial reporting.Key responsibilities include calculating and performing general ledger bookings and account reconciliation, providing Group and external reporting, performing...

  • Global Head of Operations

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Roche Vollzeit

    In Roche´s Pharmaceutical Research and Early Development organization (pRED), we make transformative medicines for patients in order to tackle some of the world's toughest unmet healthcare needs. At pRED, we are united by our mission to transform science into medicines. Together, we create a culture defined by curiosity, responsibility and humility, where...

  • Head Finance/Accounting

    vor 3 Wochen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Meanwave GmbH Vollzeit

    Carrier application ID: 20250301-YF Team accounting and finance lead (m/w/d) Employment basis: Part time (Hybrid working) Location: Stuttgart, Germany Start date: 2025.06 Background Meanwave is part of an innovative Power Quality technology group with its base in Stuttgart that develops new solutions to revolutionise how electrical power is distributed and...

  • Global Head of Planning

    Vor 5 Tagen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Alcott Global Vollzeit

    Alcott Global is retained by a leading FMCG company to search for their Vice President Global Planning. The role is based in Switzerland.Role Purpose: The Vice President Global Planning leads the global end-to-end planning functions and is responsible for the design, implementation, and continuous optimization of a global integrated planning framework. This...

  • Fund Accounting Manager

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz coni+partner AG Vollzeit

    About the JobWe are seeking an experienced Senior Fund Accountant to lead our team in Zurich. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fund accounting or senior manager roles in audits of private markets or private equity funds.Key Responsibilities:Fund accounting, controlling, and reporting.Team leadership and performance monitoring.Quality...

  • Accounting Director

    vor 3 Stunden

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz H-E Parts Vollzeit

    At H-E Parts, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Accounting Director to lead our financial operations team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with global standards, and contributing to the company's financial strategy.This is a key leadership role that requires exceptional...

  • Head of Valuations

    Vor 7 Tagen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Apollo Solutions Vollzeit

    Senior Consultant | Recruiting (IT) Audit & Risk Professionals into Financial Services globally | Apollo SolutionsHead of ValuationsI am currently partnering with a Global Trading / Investment Firm. Who are looking to build a new department and hire a Head of Valuations.Role and Responsibilities as Head of Valuations:Develop Valuations function and...

  • Director Of Group Accounting

    Vor 5 Tagen

    Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz HUMANIS Vollzeit

    Our client, headquartered in the Zug region, is a rapidly growing company in the Life Sciences sector, dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovation. With approximately 1500 employees globally, they are at the forefront of pioneering solutions that enhance human health and well-being. Due to their exciting growth journey and the strengthening of their...