Job Description

Pirelli Tyre (Suisse) SA, based in Basel, is the Swiss subsidiary of Pirelli Tyre, the fifth largest tyre manufacturer in the world in terms of sales. Founded in Milan in 1872, Pirelli is a global brand known for its cutting-edge technology and high-quality production while drawing heavily on its Italian roots.
"Power is nothing without control" is the essence of Pirelli's products and actions: high performance, research and innovation, combined with responsibility, safety, together with respect for the environment and sustainability.
One of the key factors of Pirelli's success is the expertise of its people, hence the company's strong commitment to the training and development of its talented staff. Join a global company operating in 160 countries, over four continents, with 19 plants and 30.000 employees.
Are you a skilled accounting professional with a Swiss diploma? Are you looking to take the next step in your career? We're seeking a dedicated and competent Accounting Manager (m/f/d) - 100%
to join us in Basel and play a key role in driving our financial integrity and compliance in Switzerland.
About the role:
The position is very dynamic and enhances the cross-functional support with many departments in the different countries and with our Headquarters in Italy. As our Accounting Manager, responsible of the financial statement of different companies in Switzerland and foreign branches, you ensure compliance with standards in the different countries and lead your accounting team to success. Your expertise will help us maintain accurate financial records and support strategic decision-making.
Key responsabilities:

• Supervising the daily financial accounting, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger
• Prepare and review complex journal entries, reconciliations, intercompany transactions and allocations
• Ensure compliance with Swiss statutory accounting standards (Swiss OR) and international financial reporting standards (IFRS, FINMA)
• Coordinate internal and external audits
• Manage and support Tax matters, direct /indirect taxes and compliance
• Management of bank compliance
• Swiss Legal activities
• Lead and mentor a team of 5 accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment
• Support process improvements and digital transformation initiatives

Qualifications

• Certified accountant with Swiss Federal Diploma in Accounting & Controlling
• Swiss Certified Expert in Accounting & Controlling is an advantage
• Strong knowledge of Swiss accounting standards and regulations
• Strong knowledge of Swiss OR and IFRS
• Experience with internal & external audit processes
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in accounting/finance
• Competencies to coach/ manage a team

Technical skills

• ERP Systems (SAP and Dynamics is an advantage)
• MS Office & Advanced Excel skills
• Hyperion consolidation reporting

Language

• Fluency in English and German is required

• Good level in French
• As an Italian company, Italian basics are appreciated

Personal skills

• Strong analytical & problem-solving Mindset
• High ethical standards and strong sense of accountability
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Skilled in cross-cultural and multilingual business environments
• Flexibility in managing foreign countries with different time zones
• Adaptability & Change Management
• Time & Priority Management

What do we offer

• Competitive remuneration and benefits
• Favorable Pension plan (2nd pillar)
• Family-Friendly Benefits, Mobility and Welfare Support
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work possibilities
• Dynamic, inclusive, and international work environment

Can you identify yourself with the tasks and requirements? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application (CV, motivation letter, work certificates, diplomas) on our portal. Create an account and your personal profile:

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