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Sonepar

Global B2B distributor of electrical equipment

Head of Finance & Accounting - m/w/d, %

Financial AccountingUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeWallisellen, SwitzerlandNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Higher business education with a focus on finance and accounting, such as a Federal Diploma of Higher Education in Finance and Accounting, certified expert in accounting and controlling, university of applied sciences/higher vocational education, or equivalent.
  • Several years of professional and leadership experience in finance and accounting, ideally in an international corporate environment.
  • Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams.
  • Strong knowledge of financial accounting, financial statement preparation, consolidation, IFRS, and Swiss Code of Obligations (OR).
  • Experience working with auditors, banks, tax authorities, and corporate functions.
  • Very good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP and consolidation systems.
  • Business-fluent German, French, and English, spoken and written.
  • Analytical and entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of responsibility.
  • Structured, precise, and solution-oriented working style, with strong execution skills.
  • Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with diverse internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the 15-person finance team functionally and disciplinarily and take responsibility for all operational finance and accounting.
  • Focus on leading and developing the team, fostering cross-functional collaboration, building capabilities, and ensuring the team serves the organization as a reliable, service-oriented partner.
  • Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under local regulations and group requirements, and oversee consolidation under IFRS and group-wide policies.
  • Serve as the central contact for accounting and reporting matters, collaborate closely with corporate functions, and ensure meaningful financial reporting.
  • Oversee credit management, accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, and tax matters in collaboration with internal and external specialists.
  • Work closely with the CFO, Business Controlling, and Internal Control teams, and support financial and business-related matters.
  • Coordinate collaboration with auditors, banks, and other external partners.
  • Lead finance, compliance, and process-improvement projects; continuously develop finance processes, systems, and governance structures.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, legal requirements, and group policies.

About the Company

Sonepar

Global B2B distributor of electrical equipment

Sonepar operates as an independent, family-owned global distributor of electrical equipment, solutions, and services for business customers. It runs an omnichannel network across 40 countries, with a dense network of brands and 45,000 associates delivering products to the building, industry, and energy markets. Customers access a mix of physical locations, online channels, and support services to source electrical products and sustainable solutions, backed by logistics and expert help. Compared with competitors, Sonepar holds its status as a leading B-to-B distributor through its large-scale global reach, many brands, and a clear transformation to simplify customer purchases via an omnichannel experience while focusing on sustainability. Its goal is to accelerate the world’s electrification and Power Progress for Future Generations through reliable supply, tailored solutions, and responsible operations.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
1969

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