Finance & Accounting Specialist - Switzerland

Role Overview

As a Finance & Accounting Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the complete accounting functions for two Swiss subsidiaries, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, and intercompany reconciliations within a team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate monthly closings and statutory financial reporting compliant with Swiss GAAP FER standards, VAT, and other local regulations.
• Lead statutory audits and collaborate closely with auditors and tax consultants to support annual tax filings.
• Continuously improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance the implementation and use of the NetSuite ERP system.
• Monitor changes in Swiss financial, regulatory, and tax frameworks and advise internal stakeholders accordingly.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Group Accounting & Tax, Legal, Finance teams, and local partners to support informed financial decision-making.

Qualifications & Experience

• Possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Have approximately 5 or more years of professional accounting experience.
• Experience working in multinational or international companies with Swiss entities is preferred.
• Proficient in NetSuite or experienced in ERP system implementation and integration.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, particularly Swiss GAAP FER and Swiss VAT.
• Demonstrated experience in monthly closings, consolidation, audits, and statutory/internal reporting.
• Fluency in German and English is required; French language skills are advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Highly analytical with excellent organizational and attention to detail capabilities.
• Effective communicator capable of working across functions, cultures, and countries.
• Comfortable in complex international environments, showing flexibility, solution-focus, and pragmatism when addressing challenges.

About the Company

F24 is a leader in Software-as-a-Service resilience solutions, serving over 5,500 customers globally with digital tools encompassing business messaging, emergency notifications, crisis management, and compliance. Founded in Munich in 2000, F24 has expanded to more than 20 European and global locations, experienced sustained international growth, and serves diverse sectors such as energy, healthcare, finance, aviation, and public organizations.

Working at F24

• Make a significant impact in an agile workplace contributing directly to customers' success and the company’s future.
• Join an established organization with an inspiring culture, flat hierarchies, and a supportive, innovative team.
• Participate in our ongoing international growth and development.
• Benefit from a flexible working model combining onsite presence and remote work to better balance professional and personal life.