Head of Group Accounting and Controlling (all genders)
Company Overview
In billions of syringes and in every second car worldwide, Datwyler components play a vital role in ensuring the safety of patients and drivers. This high-tech company specializes in high-quality, system-critical elastomer components and holds leading positions in globally attractive markets such as healthcare, mobility, connectivity, general industry, and food & beverage. With over 25 production sites across four continents, sales in more than 100 countries, and a workforce of over 8,000 employees, our Swiss-based company generates annual sales exceeding CHF 1,000 million.
Company Culture
Our employees are the heart of Datwyler. We treat each other with respect, trust, and appreciation. With a strong foundation and values firmly established in our 100-year corporate history, we invite you to become part of our exceptional team.
Your Role and Development with Us
Are you searching for a long-term opportunity where you can assume responsibility from day one and prepare for a leadership role? We are looking for an ambitious professional to join our structured succession planning. Over the next 1 to 2 years, we will guide you in fully transitioning into the position of Group Controller.
Your Milestones to Success
- Onboarding & Deep Dive: Work closely with current management, become familiar with our strategies and processes, and actively contribute your expertise.
- Taking Ownership: Gradually take over operational management of the team and lead your first independent projects.
- The Succession: After a thorough transition period of approximately 12 to 18 months, succeed the current leader and independently steer the department into the future.
Your Profile
- A university degree or equivalent qualification in Group Controlling.
- Relevant professional experience and a clear ambition to move into a leadership position.
- A proactive work style with the capability to confidently manage complex financial topics.
What We Offer
- Guaranteed Perspective: A clearly defined career path with no detours.
- Exclusive Mentoring: Benefit from the extensive knowledge of your predecessor during a guided handover phase.
- Room for Growth: The opportunity to develop an established department with your innovative ideas and initiatives.
Your Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Organize, lead, and manage the Group Controlling function, taking full ownership of periodic and year-end closings.
- System Ownership & Reporting: Oversee the group's consolidation software (Cognos/OneStream) and report directly to the Group CFO.
- Central Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for all internal and external accounting and controlling matters.
- Dynamic Support: Provide expert responses to ad-hoc management requests and participate actively in workshops to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
- Audit Management: Serve as the central interface for all group-wide audit-related topics.
- Executive Insights: Be responsible for monthly reporting to the Board of Directors, providing in-depth analytics to support decision-making.
Our Requirements
- Swiss Certified Public Accountant or equivalent, ideally with external audit experience.
- At least 10 years of experience in Group Accounting/Controlling, including several years as head of Group Accounting/Controlling.
- Strong knowledge of Swiss GAAP and/or IFRS.
- Experience in supporting senior leaders and major transformation programs, with strong facilitation skills and the ability to train and influence at all levels.
- Exceptional storytelling, writing, editing, and narrative structuring skills, including proficiency in creating PowerPoint presentations.
- Fluency in both German and English.
- Collaborative, culturally aware, and resilient under pressure.
- Strong character to uphold the group's values and principles, ensuring compliance with the accounting manual and other internal guidelines.
- Knowledge of OneStream and SAP is a plus.
Apply Online
Only applications matching the job profile will be considered. Apply online using the form below. Mr. Marko Colic (Manager Human Resources Europe) and the recruiting team look forward to meeting you and are available for any further questions via email (marko.colic@datwyler.com) or by phone (+41 41 875 13 50).
Be Yourself at Datwyler
We believe that people make the difference. At Datwyler, you will experience diversity and a wide range of career opportunities that only an international company can offer. Together, we are enhancing our agility, accelerating digitalization, and promoting sustainability. For motivated and talented employees, we provide interesting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global environment. With us, you can unleash your creativity and contribute your ideas.
Visit us at www.datwyler.com.