Sr Manager, Accounting & Reporting, Switzerland

• Lead the end-to-end preparation and sign-off of monthly AFINAN and statutory reporting for the Swiss cluster, ensuring full compliance with IFRS, Swiss GAAP, and Group Accounting policies
• Act as the primary technical accounting authority, providing guidance on complex accounting matters, disclosures, and financial governance
• Coordinate and lead the external audit process, ensuring efficient planning, high-quality documentation, and timely resolution of audit queries while maintaining strong relationships with auditors and Group Accounting
• Oversee direct tax compliance and proactively identify risks whilst collaborating with Group Tax on complex topics
• Ensure robust internal controls by monitoring compliance, driving remediation, and leading automation and governance improvements across accounting processes
• Own the balance sheet integrity framework for Switzerland, conducting regular reviews, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Partner closely with FP&A, Finance Business Partners, Corporate Services, and Group Accounting to ensure alignment between accounting outcomes, business performance, and strategic priorities
• Provide accounting leadership for investment valuations, business cases, and capital funding requirements, ensuring accurate modelling and adherence to Group standards
• Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and digitalization initiatives across the accounting and reporting landscape, leading cross-functional projects and supporting system enhancements
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning, while ensuring strong succession planning

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior accounting or reporting role
• Experience managing external audits and resolving complex audit queries
• Strong knowledge of tax compliance requirements, including indirect tax principles
• Expertise in internal control systems and governance frameworks
• Experience conducting balance sheet reviews and performing financial analysis
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership
• Track record of driving continuous improvement and implementing process enhancements
• Project management experience is an advantage
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification is mandatory
• Extensive experience in financial accounting and reporting with strong expertise in IFRS and Swiss GAAP
• Proven track record in managing external audits and ensuring compliance with tax regulations
• Demonstrated experience operating in a matrix organization within a multinational environment
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in German and English is mandatory (written and spoken)
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to motivate, develop, and empower teams

Barry Callebaut