Reporting directly to the CFO, you will play a key role in managing the accounting and consolidation activities of a growing international group. The position offers a broad mix of accounting, group reporting, corporate governance and finance projects, along with direct exposure to senior decision-makers and the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of the finance function.

Group Accountant | Single Family Office (m/f/d) 100%

Our client is a well-established single-family office based in Switzerland with an international investment footprint across Europe and North America. The organisation manages a diversified portfolio of investments spanning real assets, financial services and alternative investment strategies.

Description

Financial Accounting, Consolidation & Reporting

• Manage accounting, statutory reporting and financial statements for multiple Swiss entities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual closings, including reconciliations and accruals.
• Lead the Group consolidation process and consolidated reporting.
• Prepare management reports, financial analyses and commentary for senior stakeholders.
• Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors, tax advisers and other partners.
• Support ongoing improvements to accounting, reporting and control processes.

International Finance Coordination

• Collaborate with finance teams and external service providers across multiple countries.
• Ensure alignment between local and Group reporting requirements.
• Serve as a key contact for accounting, reporting and governance matters across the Group.

Strategic Reporting & Process Improvement

• Support shareholder reporting and executive presentations.
• Help develop scalable finance, reporting and governance processes.
• Contribute to system improvements, automation initiatives and process optimisation.
• Support strategic projects and ad hoc financial analyses.

Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial

• Coordinate corporate governance and company secretarial activities across the Group.
• Organise board and shareholder meetings and governance reviews.
• Prepare board materials, resolutions, minutes and related documentation.
• Maintain statutory records, filings and corporate documentation.
• Monitor regulatory deadlines and coordinate with legal advisers and service providers.
• Support the governance and administration of investment and holding structures.

Profile

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Around 5 years of experience in accounting, consolidation or financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of Swiss statutory accounting (Swiss CO).
• Previous experience preparing group consolidations within a multi-entity environment.
• Exposure to IFRS reporting considered an advantage.
• Advanced Microsoft Dynamics and Excel skills a well as strong attention to detail.
• Experience coordinating with auditors, fiduciaries and external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Hands-on, proactive and comfortable operating in a lean and entrepreneurial environment.
• Fluent English is required; German, Italian, French or Greek would be advantageous.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing international single-family office with a long-term investment perspective and entrepreneurial culture.
• Broad and highly visible role combining accounting, consolidation, reporting and corporate governance responsibilities.
• Direct exposure to the CFO, senior leadership team and principal shareholders.
• Diverse international remit across multiple jurisdictions, asset classes and investment structures.
• Significant autonomy and ownership within a lean, collaborative and fast-paced environment.