Head of General Ledger - Americas

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global visibility

Hands-on training

Collaborative environment

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Oetiker is seeking a senior accounting leader in Michigan to prepare accurate financial statements under Swiss GAAP and local GAAP. You’ll ensure accounting policies are followed and coordinate with finance across verticals for timely closure and reporting.

You will supervise teams and drive continuous improvements in recording transactions, budgeting, and analysis, supporting production Controlling and global operations with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years’ CPA experience recommended.
• 10+ years in an accounting leadership role.
• Exceptional leadership abilities.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff across multiple locations.
• Review AR/AP and general accounting documents for accuracy and policy conformance; authorize payments.
• Implement changes to work processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Analyze and resolve complex accounting issues.
• Coordinate with finance for timely closure and reporting.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP FICO

Job description

Oetiker is seeking a senior accounting leader in Michigan to prepare accurate financial statements under Swiss GAAP and local GAAP. You’ll ensure accounting policies are followed and coordinate with finance across verticals for timely closure and reporting.

You will supervise teams and drive continuous improvements in recording transactions, budgeting, and analysis, supporting production Controlling and global operations with a focus on accuracy and compliance.