On - Senior Specialist – Financial Accountant - Zürich

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In short

Are you a highly motivated and experienced accounting professional with a passion for optimizing financial processes? We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accounting Specialist to play a key role in our global finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our month-end close process and driving continuous improvement in our accounting operations.

Your mission

– Maintain accurate and compliant daily financial accounting, ensuring timely month-end closing and reporting in accordance with IFRS and local GAAP.
– Proactively identify, develop, and implement strategic process improvements to drive efficiency, accuracy, and automation within the accounting function, optimizing workflows and minimizing manual tasks.
– Collaborate effectively with regional accounting teams, providing expert support and guidance on general accounting matters, fostering knowledge sharing and consistency.
– Manage critical system interfaces (ERP, Payment Providers, E-Commerce Platforms, Banks) and global Intercompany processes with attention to detail and seamless integration.
– Actively contribute to group consolidation, internal/external reporting, and lead or participate in ad hoc financial projects, providing valuable insights and supporting strategic initiatives.

Your story

– 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, in an agile, fast-paced, high-transaction environment (preferably in E-commerce/retail)
– Proven experience in identifying and implementing operational improvements to accounting processes.
– Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and IT skills, including proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems (e.g., MS Dynamics 365 F&O).
– Willingness to take ownership of complex financial topics and adapt to a changing environment.
– Exceptional cross-functional team player with a hands-on mentality.
– Business proficiency in English.

Meet the team

Join our international finance team, a group of forward-thinking and action-oriented professionals. We see finance as a crucial navigator for our organization, providing essential insights and maintaining a strong backbone. We embrace a collaborative spirit and challenge the status quo to achieve best-in-class practices.