Financial Accountant HQ

In this role, you will be responsible to better support the business by exploring new ways of working in the accounting environment and striving for process standardization & simplification, while leveraging on our technology platforms.  

Accountabilities: 

• Drive Finance related projects and contribute to new business projects by providing the finance and accounting view  
• Partner with Group Accounting team and develop accounting issue papers according to IFRS standards and Swiss Code of Obligation for complex transactions in the Swiss entities 
• Provide the Head of CH Statutory Finance and selected key stakeholders in Finance with practical know-how of accounting processes and drive implementation of external process changes in our HQ environment 
• Responsible for accounting activities to reach 100% compliance with internal standards and for implementing efficient and effective internal processes 
• Liaise with our Tax department to review impact of accounting topics/transactions from tax perspective 
• Liaise with external auditors and group financial reporting and consolidation team regarding accounting topics, unusual transactions, and its reporting 
• Produce Statistical financial information for Swiss authorities 
• Ensure timely monthly closing of books and reporting to Group using SBFC (Syngenta Business Financial Consolidation) in coordination with our Global Finance Operations center in India 

• Several years working experience as accountant preferably in a multinational company or in a Big 4 audit company 
• Solid theoretical background and practical know-how of IFRS and Swiss accounting law 
• Excellent proven and good know-how in accounting and processes documentation 
• Understanding of tax concepts and IFRS tax reporting, PRC GAAP knowledge would be a plus 
• Technology awareness 
• Excellent analytical and project management skills 
• Excellent level in English, German and French is a plus 
• Proactive person who can scope with changes to meet deadlines and quality requirements 
• Change mindset and challenge status quo 
• Ability to work in multi-cultural environment and collaborate effectively beyond organizational and functional boundaries 

What we offer: 

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment  
• Flexible working arrangements and environment with an open culture and diverse workforce  
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees 
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options 
• You will profit from an onsite doctor, gym, canteen, and other benefits  

Interested? We look forward to receiving your online application including all relevant documents (cover letter, CV, diploma, certificates) – reference number 18054571.  

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Syngenta Group is one of the world’s biggest agricultural technology companies, with roots going back more than 250 years. With more than 57,000 employees, operating in more than 100 countries, the company strives to transform food production through Regenerative Agriculture - a science-driven, technology-enabled approach to improve soil, deliver high productivity and high-quality food, help fight climate change and restore lost biodiversity.

Syngenta Group, which is registered in Shanghai, China, and has its management headquarters in Switzerland, draws strength from its four business units: Syngenta Crop Protection, headquartered in Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds, headquartered in the United States; ADAMA®, headquartered in Israel; and Syngenta Group China. Together, these provide industry-leading ways to serve customers around the world.