Head of Accounting

**Hi, we’re Sparta Commodities**

Sparta is the next generation platform of financial data, information and insight for trading. Our mission is to digitise the commodity trading market and become the leading platform for traders and analysts in all commodities verticals. Built for traders by traders, our technology pulls together real time market data and adds insight and advanced analysis to enable traders to make better decisions, faster and with more conviction.

Following impressive market traction and financial backing from Venture Investors, we’re on a path to scale globally. It’s a great time to join us as we invest in best-in-class financial infrastructure to support our growth, and **we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head of Accounting to lead and scale our accounting function.**

This is a key leadership role responsible for **implementing IFRS accounting standards, optimising financial operations, and driving automation through NetSuite ERP.** The role also includes overseeing external accounting teams managing our subsidiaries in the United States, Singapore, and Spain, ensuring consistency and compliance across all entities.

If you are a strategic accounting leader passionate about IFRS, automation, and scaling financial operations across multiple entities, we’d love to hear from you

**What you’ll be doing**:
Accounting & Compliance
- Develop, implement, and maintain IFRS-compliant accounting policies and procedures.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual closing.
- Lead external audits and manage relationships with auditors and regulatory bodies.
- Oversee tax compliance, including VAT, corporate tax and implement transfer pricing.
- Supervise external accounting firms handling accounting for our subsidiaries in the United States, Singapore, and Spain, ensuring alignment with group policies and IFRS standards.

ERP & Process Optimisation
- Lead the implementation and optimisation of NetSuite ERP, ensuring seamless integration with financial processes.
- Identify and drive automation opportunities to improve financial reporting, reconciliations, and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with FP&A, RevOps, and IT to enhance financial systems and reporting capabilities.

Leadership & Strategy
- Build and develop a high-performing accounting team.
- Partner with the VP Finance and executive team on financial strategy, risk management, and business scaling.
- Ensure seamless coordination between internal and external accounting teams across multiple jurisdictions.

**About you**:

- 10+ years of experience in accounting, with a mix of Big 4 and in-house SaaS/technology experience preferred.
- Expertise in IFRS and strong knowledge of with Swiss accounting regulations.
- Strong ERP implementation experience, preferably with NetSuite.
- Leadership experience, with a track record of managing and scaling accounting teams.
- SaaS industry experience, including understanding of ARR, revenue recognition, and subscription-based financial models.
- Experience managing external accounting firms in multiple jurisdictions.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- CPA, ACCA, or Swiss equivalent is a plus.
- Thrives in ambiguity. Proactive, with a proven ability to work with a high level of independence and urgency.
- High level of integrity, ethical standards, and alignment with Sparta’s values

**About us**:
Sparta is a VC-backed, disruptive pre-trade data and analytics platform.

Sparta is the next generation platform of financial data, information and insight for trading. Our ambition is to become the leading end-to-end platform for traders in all commodities verticals.

**What’s the culture like at Sparta?**

At Sparta, our culture is not just a set of values written on a wall—it's a way of life. We embrace a dynamic environment where initiative is celebrated, challenges are met head-on, and innovation thrives.

You'll collaborate with like-minded individuals who are passionate about our mission and deeply committed to crafting outstanding products and achieving success for our customers.

We operate flexibly, understanding that a thriving, profitable company isn't just about being in the same location all the time. We build our relationships through effective remote work methods and carefully planned in-person meet-ups.

**Our values**:

- **Just own it**: At Sparta, accountability is not just a buzzword
- it’s a way of life. We believe in taking ownership of our work, challenges, and successes. When you join us, you’re not just an employee
- you’re a stakeholder, driving our collective success through a mindset of ownership.
- **Don’t get too comfortable**: Innovation thrives in discomfort. Embrace change, seek new challenges, push your boundaries. Growth and success lie beyond the comfort zone.
- **Ask for forgiveness, not permission**: we value initiative and boldness. Take calculated risks, be proactive, don’