Chaberton Partners
is one of the leading Swiss headhunting companies. The group now includes nine locations (Lugano, Zurich, Geneva, Vienna, Milan, Padua, Rome, Frankfurt, and Paris) and more than 200 experienced consultants. We establish long-term partnerships with our clients and place great importance on a comprehensive understanding of their strategic vision, identity, and corporate culture. For us, it's not just about placing experts and executives, but we aim to create perfect synergies between companies and talents. Because we believe that true excellence can only be achieved through a harmonious connection of skills, values, and ambitions.
Client:
We are currently recruiting on behalf of an international industrial group for a
Finance and Accounting Manager (m/f/d)
who will oversee all aspects of accounting, statutory reporting, and compliance for their operations in relevant countries. We are looking for someone technically strong, operationally engaged, and capable of thriving in a hands-on, multi-entity environment.
Main responsibilities:
* Functionally lead the finance organization across the relevant countries, with indirect oversight of Legal Entity Controllers and local accounting staff
* Full ownership of local and group reporting, ensuring compliance with UGB, CO and US GAAP
* Responsibility for month-end close, account reconciliations, and statutory financial statements for both local and group accounts
* Ensuring complete compliance with local tax and regulatory requirements, including VAT, customs, and cross-border transactions, through our Shared Service Center
* Acting as the primary contact for external auditors, tax authorities, and local institutions
* Leading assigned internal controls and SOX compliance activities, while serving as a steward of financial governance across the organization
* Managing the preparation of the Tax Provision Process in collaboration with global and local tax teams
* Overseeing the submission of statistical and regulatory filings as required by local authorities
* Participating in and supporting Board of Directors and shareholder meetings, including the preparation and review of statutory financial statements and corporate resolutions
* Driving the implementation, improvement, and optimization of accounting and reporting processes, and acting as a finance partner to local business teams
* Leading and supporting key strategic finance projects, such as: Planned ERP system rollout and M&A integration and cross-border finance harmonization
What you should bring:
* A Bachelor's/Master's degree in Finance/Accounting, with certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equal through experience.
* Minimum of 8 years' senior accounting/finance experience, ideally a mix of Big 4 and multinational industry experience
* Strong technical knowledge in UGB, CO, US GAAP (IFRS is a plus)
* Proven track record in statutory reporting, audit management, tax filings, and regulatory compliance
* Background in industrial or production-based sectors
* Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and finance transformation initiatives
* Fluent in German and English
This is an attractive opportunity for long-term growth within a dynamic international group. The gross annual salary starts at approximately €90,000, excluding bonus and benefits, with overpayment possible depending on relevant experience and qualifications.
Location: Greater Vienna (south)
Type of position:
Permanent full-time position
Please attach a current CV to your application
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