We take great pride in our vast range of chemical and biochemical products, and our high standards are maintained through great people, who share our values, and want to do the very best job possible, every day.

We acknowledge the important part our team members, who are based over three continents with manufacturing laboratories in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Slovakia and China, and distribution centres in the United States, play, in our continued success.

Main Purpose of the Job

To support the Head of Finance Reporting and Accounting in co-leading the group-wide accounting and financial reporting function of Biosynth.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-leading the group-wide accounting and financial reporting function of Biosynth and is spear-heading the companys financial reporting, accounting and financial compliance activities
• Clear focus on standardizing and improving financial processes across the group
• Support Head of FR&A with a focus on accounting Policies, tax and cash management
• Providing a solid foundation in accounting and in improving the groups core financial processes both on group and local level
• Generate synergies by consolidating accounting functions as part of the integration of acquired companies
• Support the financial integration of newly acquired subsidiaries ensuring compliant and on-time financial reporting
• Support global tax and treasury management and initiatives in close coorperation with the subsidiaries
• Support the maintenance of proper accounting records on group level and in line with statutory requirements
• Co-lead financial projects in implementing SAP S/4HANA and further developing the group consolidation tool, Lucanet
• Support the Head of FR&A in preparing the consolidated annual, quarterly and monthly financial statements of the Biosynth Group (according to UK and Swiss Gaap) and in monitoring financial audits
• Develop group accounting standards and policies and the group-wide accounting manual, chart of accounts, etc.
• Optimize processes in accounting and reporting
• Manage, coach and mentor global FR&A staff. Develop global one team approach at Biosynth Finance and in accounting and work closely with the Teams on subsidiary level
• Champion finance compliance processes.

Finance tasks for Staad site:

• Support monthly, quarterly and annual closing
• Coach employees at Staad site
• Cash Management
• VAT returns in CH
• Support continues improvement processes in finance
• Controlling-duties in Staad
• Coordination of equipment and lease financing
• Contact person for accounting and tax issues for banks, insurance companies, authorities and auditors
• SAP: Support projects in the area of finance

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is essential, Masters degree preferred
• Experience in financial reporting and compliance
• Familiarity with accounting standards such as OR, UK GAAP and Swiss GAAP
• Experience in an international, multi-entity organization would be preferred
• Hands-on experience with financial consolidation and ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, Lucanet) would be preferred
• Fluent written and spoken German and English is required
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards is essential
• Proficiency in ERP systems, particularly SAP would be desirable
• Knowledge of cash management and treasury functions would be desirable
• Analytical and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Proactive and eager to learn, with a willingness to take on new challenges
• Strong communication skills, able to work effectively with diverse teams across different locations

About us

Biosynth® is an innovative life sciences reagents, custom synthesis and manufacturing services company headquartered in Staad, Switzerland. We are by scientists, for scientists, securing supply chains with consistent quality, across the globe. As a trusted supplier, manufacturer and partner to the pharmaceutical, life science and diagnostic industries, as well as food, agrochemical and cosmetic customers, we have facilities on three continents and a rapid global distribution network. Our main production laboratories are located in Switzerland, the UK, Slovakia and China, with peptide and antibody production in the US, the UK and the Netherlands. Enzyme projects are based in Austria, bioconjugation projects in Germany and biological IVD reagents in Ireland.