Head of Accounting

vor 2 Monaten


Lausanne, Schweiz MindMaze Vollzeit

Company Description

Founded in 2012, MindMaze is a global leader in brain technology and digital neurotherapeutics solutions for brain health and recovery. Its mission is to accelerate the brain’s ability to recover, learn and adapt. The company has two core divisions - Healthcare and Labs - working collaboratively at the intersection of neuroscience, bio-sensing, engineering, mixed reality and artificial intelligence.

MindMaze Healthcare is advancing a universal platform for brain health with breakthrough solutions to some of the world’s most challenging problems in neurology, including stroke, Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease. MindMaze Labs, the company’s R&D innovation hub, is focused on the future of human computing - working across multiple industries to innovate and build the next generation of human-machine interfaces. The company Headquarters is in Lausanne (Switzerland), and the company has offices in Raleigh, Baltimore, France and India.

**Job Description**:
To support MindMaze growth, we are looking for our new Head of Accounting. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the accounting department and ensuring that all financial reporting is accurate and timely. You will also be responsible for developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures, as well as training and supervising a small team. Preparing tax returns and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations will also fall under your responsibility.

You will:

- Oversee all aspects of the accounting department, including but not limited to financial reporting, general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and tax compliance
- Ensure that all financial reporting deadlines are met in a timely and accurate manner
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Coordinate audits by external auditors and provide necessary information and support
- Serve as a business partner to other departments within the organization, providing financial analysis and decision-support as needed
- Train and develop accounting staff members, providing mentorship and guidance as needed
- Stay abreast of changes in GAAP and tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance
- Manage special projects as assigned by senior management
- Need to perform other accounting activities such as journal entries posting, payroll entries and reconciliations
- Perform other duties as required

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent related field
- 8+ years of experience in an accounting role ideally in both public and corporate accounting
- CPA certification
- Working knowledge of GAAP
- Excellent knowledge of Swiss Taxes, Payroll and regulations
- Good knowledge of an ERP Accounting system
- Experience in leading a team of accountants
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
- Very good communication skills
- High level of agility and flexibility
- Fluent in French and English (ideally C1 in both)

**Icing on the cake**
- MBA or Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (or equivalent such as Swiss Federal Diploma in Finance and Controlling / Swiss Federal certificate in Finance and Accounting)
- Experience in a start-up or willingness to join a scale-up
- Experience working in an accounting firm
- Strong understanding of tax compliance regulations

Additional Information
- A scale-up company in innovative therapies
- Dynamic and driven team
- International and collaborative work environment
- A workplace that supports diversity, inclusion and parenthood
- Excellent location, easily accessible with an amazing lake view
- Unlimited coffee, fresh fruits and snacks



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