Financial Accountant

Vor 3 Tagen

Zug, Zug, Schweiz BU Bregal Unternehmerkapital Vollzeit CHF 80'000 - CHF 120'000 pro Jahr

In line with our growth, we are looking for a Financial Accountant (m/f/d) to join our BU team in Zug. This is a unique opportunity to be involved in the day-to-day activities of our Swiss and Italian corporate entities and to support other group entities in other jurisdictions.

This position offers a diverse scope across financial accounting, management reporting, VAT and tax compliance, and collaboration with external auditors and internal stakeholders. The role requires a proactive and organized individual who enjoys working in a dynamic, international environment.

Your Responsibilities

This position offers a diverse set of responsibilities where you will take ownership, drive improvements, and play an active role in shaping our financial processes and structures:

  • Manage daily accounting operations for the Swiss entity and oversee the Italian entity.
  • Support the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and management reports.
  • Oversee accounts payable, employee expenses, and payment processes.
  • Prepare and review VAT filings and other tax-related submissions.
  • Support payroll-related reporting (e.g., taxable benefits).
  • Contribute to cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors during interim and year-end audits.
  • Identify and implement process improvements and automation initiatives.
  • Handle other ad hoc finance and accounting matters across group entities.

Your Profile

We're looking for a proactive, detail-oriented multitasker who brings practical experience working with a range of tools and systems:

Tools & Systems Knowledge

  • Accounting software: Certinia (FinancialForce), Datev/ Datev Koinos or similar ERP systems
  • Expense management: Concur or comparable platforms
  • Document management and collaboration: Microsoft 365 suite (Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint)
  • Familiarity with automation or process improvement tools is a plus

Qualifications & Experience

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (or equivalent professional training).
  • At least 3–5 years' experience in financial controlling, ideally in an international or multi-entity environment.
  • Sound knowledge of Swiss Code of Obligations (CO); familiarity with international accounting standards is an advantage.
  • Experience with VAT and payroll accounting.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication skills in German and English, Italian is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

About BU

At BU, we foster entrepreneurial and responsible mindset, as well as a collaborative and team-focused culture. Our success is built on our exceptional team, which is one of the largest and most experienced in our core markets. Together, we are passionate about our investments, creating value, and driving growth.

  • Majority & minority investments as well as growth financings in market-leading mid-sized companies in the DACH region & ltaly
  • Typical equity investment of €50 million to €500 million
  • Focus on sustainability & creating real & lasting value that endures over many years
  • With more than 140 completed transactions since foundation in Munich in 2015, BU is one of the most active mid-market investors headquartered the DACH region
  • More than 50 investment professionals in Zug, Munich and Milan. Experienced & complementary team managing c. €7 billion (AuM)
  • Significantly investing into the BU team with more than 20 hires over the last three years

Interested?

We'd love to hear from you – please reach out or apply directly.

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