Senior Accountant / Deputy Head of Accounting 80–100%

Senior Accountant / Deputy Head of Accounting 80–100% (a) Howden Schweiz stands for dynamic growth, entrepreneurial thinking, and a culture where people are at the center. As part of the global Howden Group, one of the fastest-growing insurance brokers worldwide, Howden combines international strength with a young, agile organization. Around 250 employees at 10 locations actively shape the success story – characterized by short decision-making paths, high individual responsibility, and true ownership. For the next development phase, we are looking for an individual as a Senior Accountant on an exclusive mandate, who, with entrepreneurial thinking, professional competence, and a passion for design, will help to continue the success story of Howden Schweiz. Your challenge Closings & Accounting You take responsibility for monthly, quarterly, and annual closings and ensure that these are prepared cleanly, correctly, and on time You ensure correct postings according to OR and IFRS and apply your closing expertise specifically to more complex issues You support tax, management accounting, and reporting topics and ensure a reliable financial data basis Process Development & Integration You participate in the centralization and harmonization of accounting processes and further develop existing workflows in a structured manner You optimize interfaces to internal areas such as HR, Controlling, FP&A, and other specialist departments You support the integration of acquired companies and help to sustainably unify structures, processes, and standards Deputization & Development Perspective You support the Head of Accounting in daily operational business and take responsibility as a reliable deputy You actively participate in the further development of the team and ensure that operational quality and pragmatic solutions come together : In this role, you combine operational closing expertise with process understanding, enjoyment of people, and a passion for design. You ensure that figures are correct, processes work, and that the accounting of Howden Schweiz keeps pace with growth. Your qualities and talents You have a degree as a Swiss Federal Diploma Expert in Accounting and Controlling or as a Fiduciary Expert with a strong accounting and closing focus You bring at least five years of relevant experience in accounting, preferably in a corporate environment or a comparably complex organization (> 150 employees) Monthly, quarterly, and annual closings according to OR and IFRS are part of your professional daily routine You have very good Excel skills and bring experience with Abacus Process optimization, harmonization, and the further development of accounting structures give you joy Experience with more complex cost center, location, or site structures is a great advantage You work precisely, pragmatically, and in a solution-oriented manner and enjoy taking responsibility within the team You have native-level proficiency in German, you speak English very well; French skills are a plus Does it appeal to you to take on a central accounting role with development perspectives, scope for design, and responsibility in an extraordinary growth story? Then Saia looks forward to your application documents or your call. jpid9287551jm jit0833jm jiy26jm