Senior M&A Finance Integration Manager

Coopers Group; Zürich; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Coopers Group in Zürich seeks a senior Finance Integration lead to drive end-to-end R2R integration for M&A activities. You will define strategies, ensure Day 1 readiness, and harmonize ERP systems with SAP S/4HANA and related tools; collaborate across Finance, IT, Tax and Treasury.

The role requires 10+ years in finance transformation, IFRS expertise and proven M&A integration leadership. This is a high-impact, cross-border position with governance responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; professional qualifications advantageous.
• At least 10 years in Finance, R2R or Finance Transformation in an international environment.
• Proven experience leading M&A finance integrations, divestitures or carve-outs, incl. Day 1 readiness.
• Strong IFRS, GL accounting, closing, consolidation, intercompany accounting and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Record-to-Report (R2R) integration activities for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and organizational changes.
• Define and implement finance integration strategies, roadmaps and standardized processes to ensure successful transitions.
• Ensure Day 1 readiness by assessing accounting requirements, financial reporting, internal controls, master data and potential integration risks.
• Drive post-acquisition integration, including ERP harmonization, data migration, reconciliations and process optimization.
• Provide subject matter expertise in GL accounting, financial closing, consolidation, intercompany processes and financial reporting.
• Establish integration governance, monitor milestones and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal control requirements.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, IT, Tax, Treasury and M&A stakeholders for alignment and delivery.

Skills

R2R leadership

M&A integration

IFRS expertise

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Project management

ERP implementation

Education

Degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin

CPA/ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualification

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP Central Finance

SAP Group Reporting

Job description

Your Tasks:

• Lead end-to-end Record-to-Report (R2R) integration activities for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and organizational changes
• Define and implement finance integration strategies, roadmaps and standardized processes to ensure successful transitions
• Ensure Day 1 readiness by assessing accounting requirements, financial reporting, internal controls, master data and potential integration risks
• Drive post-acquisition integration, including ERP harmonization, data migration, reconciliations, process optimization and operational stabilization
• Provide subject matter expertise in general ledger accounting, financial closing, consolidation, intercompany processes and financial reporting
• Establish integration governance, monitor milestones and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal control requirements
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, IT, Tax, Treasury and M&A stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project delivery

Your Profile:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field; professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA or ACA are highly advantageous
• At least 10 years of professional experience in Finance, Accounting, Record-to-Report (R2R) or Finance Transformation within an international environment
• Proven experience leading M&A finance integrations, divestitures or carve-outs, including Day 1 readiness and post-merger integration
• Strong expertise in IFRS, general ledger accounting, financial closing, consolidation, intercompany accounting and internal controls
• Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA, SAP Central Finance, SAP Group Reporting or comparable ERP and financial consolidation systems
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to coordinate complex cross-functional integration initiatives
• Analytical, structured and solution-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Fluent English skills