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

• Take ownership within a growing international family office
• Direct exposure to the CFO and shareholders in a highly visible finance role

About Our Client ##

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.

Job Description ##

Financial Accounting, Consolidation & Reporting

• Manage the full-cycle accounting and statutory reporting for multiple Swiss entities in accordance with Swiss Code of Obligations (CO).
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual closings, including balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and financial statement preparation.
• Own the Group consolidation process, including intercompany reconciliations, elimination entries and consolidated reporting.
• Prepare management reporting packages, financial analyses and performance commentary for senior management and shareholders.
• Coordinate external audits and act as a key contact for auditors, fiduciaries, tax advisers and other external stakeholders.
• Support the continuous improvement of accounting, reporting and internal control processes.

International Finance Coordination

• Work closely with finance teams, external accountants and service providers across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support the alignment of local reporting practices with Group reporting requirements.
• Act as a central point of contact for accounting, reporting and governance-related matters within the international group structure.

Strategic Reporting & Process Improvement

• Support the preparation of consolidated shareholder presentations and executive reporting materials.
• Assist in the development of scalable finance, reporting and governance frameworks to support the continued growth of the organisation.
• Contribute to finance transformation initiatives, including system enhancements, reporting automation and process optimisation.
• Partner closely with senior stakeholders on ad hoc financial analyses, special projects and strategic initiatives.

Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial

• Coordinate corporate secretarial activities across a growing international entity structure.
• Organise board meetings, shareholder meetings and quarterly governance reviews across various investment and holding entities.
• Prepare board packs, resolutions, minutes and supporting documentation.
• Manage statutory filings, beneficial ownership records and corporate documentation to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Monitor legal and regulatory deadlines and liaise with external legal advisers and corporate service providers where required.
• Support the administration and governance of joint venture and investment vehicles, ensuring timely execution of corporate actions and reporting obligations.

The Successful Applicant ##

• 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.

What's on 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.

Quote job ref

JN-102026-7123138

Job Function

Accounting, Audit & Advisory, Tax and Treasury

Specialisation

Accountant/Bookkeeper

Industry

Financial Services

Where

Zug

Contract Type

Permanent

Job Reference

JN-102026-7123138