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ASAP: Senior GL Accountant IFRS Reporting (m/w/d)

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Join a dynamic finance team as a Senior GL Accountant, taking ownership of general ledger accounting, financial reporting and period-end close activities for a significant business entity. This role offers broad stakeholder exposure across finance functions, strong involvement in IFRS reporting and the opportunity to drive process improvements and financial control excellence.

Added 03/11/2026

  • Own accounting and reporting for a major legal entity
  • Broad exposure to IFRS, audits and finance transformation

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established international organisation operating in a complex and fast-paced environment. Due to business needs, they are looking for an experienced accounting professional who can start quickly and contribute to high-quality financial reporting and control processes.

Job Description

  • Own the general ledger and financial reporting for the assigned entity
  • Prepare, review and post journal entries, accruals, provisions and period-end adjustments
  • Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items
  • Coordinate accounting activities with AP, AR, Treasury, Banking and other finance teams
  • Support monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes
  • Analyse financial results and explain key balance sheet and P&L movements
  • Prepare reporting packages for group consolidation and statutory requirements
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal controls and accounting policies
  • Maintain strong audit trails and supporting documentation
  • Act as a key contact for internal and external auditors
  • Drive process improvements, standardisation and data quality initiatives
  • Support finance projects, system enhancements and ad-hoc analysis

The Successful Applicant

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in financial accounting or general ledger accounting
  • Strong understanding of IFRS and financial reporting processes
  • Knowledge of Swiss GAAP and Swiss statutory accounting is advantageous
  • Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, audits and financial controls
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems
  • Analytical, detail-oriented and solution-driven mindset
  • Able to work independently while building strong stakeholder relationships
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain accounting concepts clearly
  • Fluent in English; German is considered a strong advantage

What's on Offer

  • Key role within an international finance organisation
  • High visibility across multiple finance functions
  • Exposure to IFRS reporting and audit activities
  • Opportunity to improve processes and controls
  • Collaborative and professional working environment
  • Broad stakeholder interaction and project involvement
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Job summary

Job Function
Accounting, Audit & Advisory, Tax and Treasury
Specialisation
Accountant/Bookkeeper
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Where
Baar
Contract Type
Interim
Job Reference
JN-112026-7139494
Job Nature
Home Office

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