Accounting Manager

Sulzer; Winterthur; Hybrid; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holidays

Defined contribution pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program/healthcare

On-site parking/public transport

Discount programs

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking an Accounting Manager in Winterthur to join our Headquarter finance team. You will oversee financial and operational accounting, ensure IFRS and Swiss reporting compliance, and collaborate with Tax and Treasury to support planning and controls.

The role requires a finance-focused education with eidg. Fachausweis or equivalent, 2–3 years of relevant experience, and strong Excel and SAP FI/CO skills, plus fluency in German and English.

Qualifications

• Commercial education with further qualification in Finance and Accounting (eidg. Fachausweis) or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of professional experience in finance and accounting.
• Good knowledge of Swiss accounting requirements and IFRS.
• Advanced Excel skills and working knowledge of SAP FI/CO.
• Fluent German (C2) and good English (B2).

Responsibilities

• Manage financial and operational accounting activities.
• Prepare monthly, half-year and annual financial statements per IFRS and Swiss requirements.
• Manage cost centre and profit centre accounting.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts and monthly financial reporting.
• Analyse financial statements and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Coordinate liquidity planning, intercompany matching and netting.
• Act as a contact for accounts receivable, accounts payable and subledger topics.
• Contribute to improving accounting processes and controls.

Skills

German (C2)

English (B2)

Excel

SAP FI/CO

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Commercial education

Fachausweis in Finance & Accounting

Tools

SAP FI/CO

Job description

Accounting Manager# Sulzer Careers## Accounting ManagerApply: Winterthur: Full time: Posted Today: JR104998Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.# About the roleJoin our Headquarter team in Winterthur as an Accounting Manager and take responsibility for key accounting activities of Sulzer AG. In this role, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, support planning and controlling activities, and collaborate closely with stakeholders across Finance, Accounting, Tax and Treasury. ## What you will do:* Manage financial and operational accounting activities.* Prepare monthly, half-year and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and Swiss requirements.* Manage cost centre and profit centre accounting.* Prepare budgets, forecasts and monthly financial reporting.* Analyse financial statements and reconcile balance sheet accounts.* Coordinate liquidity planning, intercompany matching and netting.* Act as a contact for accounts receivable, accounts payable and subledger-related topics.* Contribute to improving accounting processes and controls. ## What you need to succeed:* Commercial education with further qualification in Finance and Accounting (eidg. Fachausweis) or equivalent.* 2–3 years of professional experience in finance and accounting.* Good knowledge of Swiss accounting requirements and IFRS.* Advanced Excel skills and working knowledge of SAP FI/CO.* Fluent German (C2) and good English (B2).* Independent, reliable and detail-oriented working style.* Strong communication, teamwork and customer orientation.* Knowledge of TMS IT2 is an advantage.# What we offer you* 25 days holidays (exclusive of bank holidays) + service days* Defined contribution pension scheme* Employee Assistance Program/health care* On-site car parking/public transport allowance* Access to a wide range of discountsSulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.