Senior Project Accountant

SHL Medical is a world-leading provider of drug delivery solutions. We design, develop, and manufacture advanced drug delivery devices such as autoinjectors, pen injectors, and wearable drug delivery systems. As the largest company in SHL Group, SHL Medical continues to offer experience, excellence, and vision to customers and partners all over the world. 

Overview: 

Are you interested to be part of a successful growth story and ready to take a challenge to support the Finance Excellence strategy? Are you motivated by pathing your way in a newly created role to become our expert in project accounting (PoC)? Are you passionate about numbers, interpreting contracts and have a good attention to detail without missing the overall target? Then, you should become part of our team in Zug and enjoy diversified working days with us in a unique setting of change, growth and opportunities.   

We are looking for a highly motivated, hands-on and self-confident personality with independent working style and a solid level of resilience. In this role you will be a team member of the “Group Reporting & Accounting” department and reporting directly to the Accounting & Tax Senior Manager based in Zug/Switzerland.  

Main Responsibilities 

• Provide accurate and timely recording, reporting, and analysis of financial information;  
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards Swiss GAAP FER and TP tax regulations, company policies, and with internal controls; 
• Build up accounting data base for customer contracts, eg. in regard to asset ownership, handling of warranty, scarp, etc.; 
• Proactive contribution during contract drafting or thorough review of legal contracts to provide necessary accounting guidance; 
• Support the organization with guidance on correct processing of information and follow up on customer project billing;  
• Perform analysis of accounting records to ensure accuracy and correctness;  
• Act as single point of contact for project accounting questions in the global organization and close cooperation with the commercial and R&D colleagues of the organization;  
• Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending accounting policies and procedures; 
• Comply with GAAP requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions; 
• Assess current accounting operations, offer recommendations for improvement; design and implement new processes; 
• Team up with other team members and especially the FP&A team; 
• Comfortable in handling responsibilities beyond formal job duties. 

Minimum requirements: 

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent education. 
• Minimum 5 years of progressive, solid accounting expertise 
• Proven track record of handling project accounting (PoC) 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard (Group) procedures 
• Fluency in English 

Preferred requirements: 

• Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment 
• Sharp and analytical thinking abilities, always seeking to draw connections and identify the “why” 
• Proven organizational skills and critical thinking 
• Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines 
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact and outstanding communication skills 
• Being responsible, resilient and stress resistant 

We Offer 

• A company culture with Focus on Customer, Operate with Ethics and Integrity, Drive Simplicity, Learn and Improve, & Deliver Together. 
• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies 
• Challenging assignments in a fast-growing and innovative industry  
• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals 
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization 
• Flexible hours and hybrid working policy.   

We are looking for the right fit to our team and company. Teamwork is very important to us and we have an open communication culture. Commitment, customer focus and high-quality standards are our key principles. Join SHL Medical which is a unique place for your career. As inclusive company, we value diversity in our workforce and wealth of ideas it brings. The possibilities for success at SHL are endless, and your passion to drive change is the key.  

Interested in joining SHL Medical and in supporting us with your expertise and personality? Then we look forward to receiving your application including your CV, motivation letter, and all other relevant documents to our Talent Acquisition Department at RecruitCH@shl-group.com. 

For more information on SHL Medical, please visit: shl-medical.com 

Please note: We will not consider applications via agencies for this position