Head Accounting General Ledger Americas

Position Summary

Responsible for drawing up accurate financial statements as per Swiss GAAP and local GAAP. Ensure that the accounting policies are adhered to and all BS & PL figures represent the correct state of financial affairs of the entity. Coordinate with other verticals of finance for timely closure of books of accounts and reporting

Essential Functions

• Supervise the activities of subordinates possibly in multiple locations.

• Review accounts receivable, accounts payable & general accounting documents prepared by subordinates for accuracy, completeness and conformance to policy; authorizes payments.

• Create and implement changes to work assignments, methods, or procedures to meet operational needs, improve accuracy and efficiency of the general accounting system.

• Analyze, resolve and answer complex or difficult problems presented by subordinates and others.

• Formulate, recommend, and implement changes to company policy or procedure to ensure integrity of the general accounting system; interprets policy and advises management of appropriate changes to policies and procedures.

• Recommend modifications to existing system and implements modifications through coordination with all units involved in the financial accounting system

• Ensure accurate entry of transactions to accounting system

• Review statistical reports submitted by staff to monitor activities, anticipate problems and ensure accurate recording of transactions submitted to financial systems.

• Support Production Controlling in regards to Controlling and Reporting questions and in executing efficiency and defined processes and guidelines.