Accountant – Controller 100% (m/f/d)

Koch & Partner Personalberatung GmbH

. Manage the complete accounting function, including general ledger and subsidiary ledgers .

Posted 9/20/2026full-timeZürich • SwitzerlandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing accounting functions, including general ledger management, financial statement preparation in accordance with IFRS, and VAT-related tasks. Proficient in both German and English, with a strong focus on balance sheet accounting and financial closing procedures.

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General Ledger ManagementFinancial Statement PreparationBalance Sheet AccountingControlling and ReportingVAT Compliance

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement PreparationBalance Sheet AccountingFinancial Closing ProceduresControllingGroup Reporting

Soft Skills

Team-OrientedReliableEfficientIndependentMotivated

Certifications & Qualifications

Federal Diploma of Higher Education in Finance and Accounting

Industry Keywords

IFRSVATAccounting FunctionPayroll ProcessingCommercial Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the complete accounting function, including general ledger and subsidiary ledgers
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS
Perform monthly controlling and group reporting
Coordinate external payroll processing
Handle VAT-related tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Commercial education or equivalent qualification, with professional experience
Federal Diploma of Higher Education in Finance and Accounting is an advantage
Strong knowledge of balance sheet accounting and financial closing procedures
Knowledge of controlling and reporting is an advantage
Good spoken and written German skills
Good spoken and written English skills
Reliable, team-oriented, efficient, and responsible working style
Independent, motivated, and committed
High level of dedication

Benefits

Comp & perks

Challenging and varied working environment
Excellent employment conditions
Long-term employment opportunity