Location: Zurich
In short
one of the fastest-growing premium sportswear brands seeks a Head of Group Accounting for a 5-month fixed term placement. The Head of Group Accounting will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s accounting functions and lead the group accounting team at our headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland. The Head of Group Accounting will report to the Global Head of Accounting & Reporting and will collaborate with regional accounting teams, the group reporting team, other centralized group finance functions and shared services teams. This role is critical to ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting in compliance with IFRS and U.S. SEC regulatory requirements, including SOX compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading teams, working with a multinational corporation, excellent knowledge of IFRS, and a strong understanding of U.S. SEC reporting requirements for Foreign Private Issuers.
Your Mission
- Lead the group accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in financial accounting & reporting processes;
- Manage the shared services team responsible for group-wide functions;
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing process and keep all parties informed of timelines to ensure timely & accurate financial statements;
- Ensure financial statements are compliant with group accounting policies (IFRS);
- Enhance, develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with IFRS, U.S. SEC requirements and other relevant regulations;
- Provide technical accounting guidance and assess/implement any financial regulations and standards changes;
- Develop and maintain robust internal controls over financial accounting processes, in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley;
- Coordinate & collaborate with group and regional finance teams to ensure uniformity, consistency, and accuracy in financial accounting;
- Support strategic initiatives and provide financial insights/analysis to drive business performance and growth; and
- Liaise & coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and quarterly reviews, focusing on the unique aspects of IFRS and SEC reporting.
Your story
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA, ACCA, or equivalent international qualification is highly preferred;
- 10+ years of experience in accounting and reporting, including experience in IFRS and U.S. SEC regulatory environments; experience may include external audit or consulting experience with U.S. public companies;
- Demonstrated proficiency in accounting, group consolidation and preparation of financial statements under IFRS;
- Entrepreneurial and results-driven mindset with strong hands-on execution and decision making skills.
- Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with proven ability to lead team and work across different functions and regions, with management, auditors, etc., in a fast-paced environment;
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication capabilities;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English;
- Be passionate and possess a thorough understanding of IT tools that support finance functions and stay up-to-date with automation trends.
About the Team
oin us as part of the forward-thinking and action-oriented finance team. We constantly strive to challenge the status quo, drive growth, and shape tomorrow’s best practices by thinking differently, acting cross-functionally, and making use of the latest technology. To deliver controlled and sustainable growth, the team brings an entrepreneurial and results-driven mindset and strong analytical and hands-on execution skills.
Most lived Spirit in our team
Team
Team
It’s a common stereotype: an accountant buried in spreadsheets, working alone. Well, that’s not us. Our work is a relay, not an individual sprint. We work together with our global teams to help them accomplish their goals – and On’s.
Zürich
Just by the banks of the Limmat you’ll find our largest global hub in Zürich West – On Labs – where you can hike up 12 floors through our custom-built spiral trail.
Förrlibuckstrasse 190,
8005
Switzerland
I’m challenged every day with new learnings, new perspectives and new technologies. I can feel that my horizon expands as our business grows. I’m on this exciting journey of never-ending personal development, which is crucial to me.
What we offer
On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.
On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.
What to expect
We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.
Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.
Step One:
You'll start by submitting your application to a specific role.
We try to keep this step as simple as possible. We do get a lot of applications, but we review them all. We ask that you allow around 14 days for us to come back to you with a response. If you are a good fit to the role, someone will follow up with you within that window. If you didn't receive a reply, or were unsuccessful this time around, we encourage you to look for other possible matches at On.
