Audit Manager (focus Swiss GAAP / CO)

Lotus Partners; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

RSM Switzerland is seeking an Audit Manager to lead audits of national and international clients, with a focus on IFRS and Swiss CO/GAAP FER. You will manage engagements, mentor staff, and serve as a trusted advisor on accounting matters.

Ideal candidates have 6–10 years in external audit, with leadership experience, and fluent French with professional English; Geneva or Lausanne on-site location.

Qualifikationen

• 6–10 years of external audit experience, including 1–2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong IFRS expertise with solid knowledge of Swiss CO and/or Swiss GAAP FER.
• Hands-on experience auditing consolidated financial statements and complex accounting matters.
• Proven ability to manage international client portfolios and lead audit teams.
• Fluent in French; proficient in English; strong communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead and manage audits of annual and consolidated financial statements for national and international clients.
• Plan, budget, and supervise audit engagements; assess risk and timelines.
• Review complex accounting topics and provide pragmatic solutions.
• Mentor and develop audit team members; ensure high-quality service.
• Act as trusted advisor on accounting and reporting matters; maintain client relationships.

Kenntnisse

IFRS expertise

External audit experience

Leadership skills

French fluency

Ausbildung

Swiss Licensed Audit Expert

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analytics tools

Jobbeschreibung

Audit Manager | Audit | 100 % | Geneva or Lausanne

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Key role overview

As an Audit Manager, you will manage a portfolio of national and international clients and lead audit engagements with a strong focus on IFRS. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality audits, managing client relationships, and leading audit teams, while contributing to the continued development of our Audit practice.

Your mission:

• Lead and manage the audit of annual and consolidated financial statements of national and international clients in accordance with Swiss CO, Swiss GAAP FER and IFRS, with IFRS as a core and essential component of the role
• Take responsibility for complex and judgment-intensive accounting topics
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise audit engagements (risk assessment, budgeting, timelines, quality reviews)
• Lead special audits such as capital increases, company foundations, and donor audits
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients on accounting, and reporting matters, providing pragmatic solutions
• Manage day-to-day client relationships and ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients throughout the year
• Supervise, coach, and develop audit team members across complex mandates
• Contribute actively to the development and growth of the Audit team at RSM Switzerland
• Apply and promote RSM’s methodology, tools, culture, and values, acting as a role model

Your profile:

• Swiss Licensed Audit Expert
• 6-10 years of experience in external audit, including 1-2 years in a managerial role, with exposure to both local and international clients
• Strong and proven IFRS expertise combined with solid knowledge of Swiss CO and/or Swiss GAAP FER
• Hands-on experience auditing consolidated financial statements, including complex and judgment-intensive accounting matters
• Proven ability to independently analyse, document, and challenge complex and high- risk accounting matters
• Demonstrated experience managing international client portfolios and leading audit teams across multiple and complex engagements
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, coach, and motivate audit teams Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in French, with the ability to communicate confidently and professionally in English
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and commonly used business applications; experience with data analytics tools is a plus
• Proactive, reliable, and comfortable taking ownership and responsibility in a fast- paced audit environment

Work location:

• Geneva or Lausanne

Start date :

• As soon as possible

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