Head of Group Accounting
About the job
- Completed higher-level commercial education, such as business college, university, or university of applied sciences, or a comparable qualification in accounting, financial reporting, finance, or a related field.
- Several years of relevant professional experience in accounting, group accounting, or corporate controlling, ideally within an internationally operating company.
- Leadership experience and a strong interest in supporting employees’ professional and personal development.
- Sound knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, including experience with monthly and annual financial statements.
- Strong understanding of financial processes, financial reporting, and broader business and financial relationships.
- Very good Excel skills; experience with SAP FI/CO is an advantage.
- Very good command of German and English.
- Provide functional and disciplinary leadership to the Group Accounting team and support its continuous development.
- Support and advise international subsidiaries on accounting and reporting matters.
- Manage and coordinate monthly and annual closing processes while ensuring high data quality and compliance with group-wide accounting and reporting standards.
- Contribute to the budgeting process.
- Prepare and further develop financial reports, financial KPIs, and variance analyses, and provide relevant information to support management decision-making.
- Continuously optimize, digitalize, and standardize accounting and reporting processes.
- Lead and contribute to cross-functional finance projects and support the further development of relevant systems and processes.
- Experience in accounting, group accounting, or corporate controlling within an internationally operating company.
- Experience with SAP FI/CO.
About the company
Anton Paar designs and produces high-precision laboratory instruments and process measurement technology, plus tailored automation and robotics for manufacturing and testing. Their devices use sensors and software to measure properties like density, dissolved CO2, rheology, and material characteristics, enabling research, quality control, and process optimization. They differentiate themselves through a long history of precision engineering, an integrated product portfolio, customized service, a global support network, and strong investment in R&D. Their goal is to provide reliable measurement and automation solutions worldwide across industries, with profits supporting charitable causes through the Santner Foundation.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$260K
Headquarters
Neuchâtel, Switzerland
Founded
1922
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Chile subsidiary opened January 1, 2026, widening South American service and sales reach.
- Anton Paar launched next-generation MCR and two SAXS instruments in 2026, expanding attach rates.
- Forty years in the USA and twenty years in China show durable installed-base momentum.
What critics are saying
- Brabender integration risks distract management through 2026 across Duisburg, Hackensack, and Anton Paar TorqueTec.
- Thermo Fisher, Malvern Panalytical, and TA Instruments pressure pricing in core characterization markets.
- ConsumerTec’s Tony rebrand and portfolio sprawl raise execution complexity before cross-sell pays off.
What makes Anton Paar unique
- Anton Paar owns dense niches in rheometry, SAXS, and material characterization worldwide.
- Its 2026 MCR series and three iF Design Awards reinforce premium instrumentation leadership.
- The Brabender acquisition adds process-engineering depth and 200 employees across Duisburg and Hackensack.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options
- Flexible Work Hours
- Paid Vacation
- Professional Development Budget