Job Description:

Country Controller Austria & Switzerland

Gustramsdorf (Austria) or Basel (Switzerland)

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

We are currently looking for a Country Controller Austria & Switzerland to join us at our facility in either Gustramsdorf (Austria) or Basel (Switzerland).

The Country Controller Austria & Switzerland is accountable for the delivery of all finance activities relative to the legal entities under her/his scope and is accountable for the quality and accuracy of the company financial statements. This includes finance responsibility over manufacturing, sales distributors and holding entities. The Country Controller Austria & Switzerland is the finance interface with Global & Regional Controllers, FP&A and External Authorities (incl. External Auditors).

Key responsibilities:

• Leading local Finance country organization. LE Controller(s) and local accountant(s) will report (indirectly) into this position.
• Ensure that the financial accounting and reporting of the legal entities is compliant with statutory and corporate policies:
  • Compliance with Local and US Accounting Standards UGB & USGAAP;
  • Timely closing and reporting for both local and group accounts;
  • Review of reconciliation process of all accounts;
  • Overall compliance of international transactions (import, export, customs & duties, ...).
• Implement, maintain and improve accounting and reporting processes and act as a Finance partner for the (local) business teams.
• Represent the legal entities to external authorities and maintaining contacts with local banks, auditors and relevant state institutions.
• Main contact for internal, external & tax audits.
• Responsible for assigned internal / SOX controls and acts as the steward of internal controls and governance in all other areas.
• Preparation & review of accounting entries (JEVs) and reconciliation of relevant accounts.
• Providing accounting guidance related to all areas of the financial accounting (includes AR, AP, Fixed Assets, Inventory, VAT ,..)
• Responsible for preparation of Tax Provision Process (GAM).
• Responsible for country relevant statistical returns and reports
• Prepare & participate in shareholder/ Board of Directors meetings and resolutions related to statutory financial statements.
• Lead & participate in projects. This includes M&A projects.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Minimal CPA or Master degree in Finance or Business Administration. Bilanzbuchhalter.
• Financial and Senior Accounting Experience. At least 6 years’ experience in a similar position, preferably in a multinational environment.
• People management experience.
• Broad Accounting knowledge (US GAAP / FRS, local GAAP).
• Knowledge of country Legal, Tax and Regulatory Compliance processes.
• Able to build winning teams and championing change.
• Analytical mind-set.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and SAP.
• Fluent in German and English. French is considered a plus

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.


Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.