Company Description
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,500 employees operate a network of 2,500 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job Description
* Ensure VAT compliance and perform VAT statement quarterly and yearly declarations on a complex VAT group
* Assist in reporting month end results to HQ using Hyperion Financial Management
* Review and post month end journal entries.
* Manage collaboration with the shared service center to ensure high-quality output
* Ensure accuracy and timeliness of balance sheet reconciliations and financial statements across multiple entities, to meet internal and external audit requirements.
* Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for nominated accounts (specifically related to human resources) to ensure integrity and validation. Develop action plans to address issues.
* In charge of statutory account preparation for the Holdings, as well as smaller operating entities as per Swiss code of obligations in particular:
o Manage transactions related to the group's investments, acquisitions, disposals and financing.
o Record entries related to dividends, financial income, and changes in equity.
o Compile statutory accounts with multi branches consolidation with entities abroad
* In charge of coordinating income tax compliance with external consultants
* Involve in the deployment of Oracle cloud-based solution
* Support continuous improvement and innovation within the group/local and the Finance team.
Qualifications
* University degree (in business, economics, or accounting) or equivalent
* Minimum 10 years' accounting experience in an international Group
* Experience of multi-cultural and matrix driven environments
* Experience working with ERP and reporting system mandatory (Oracle ERP preferred)
* Familiar with international accounting standards (IAS/IFRS)
* Fluent in English (German would be a strong plus)
* Must have strong computer skills notably Excel Pivot tables (must have)
* Power BI competency is a plus