Michael Page Finance

Deputy CFO
Zurich
Competitive Salary

 

  • ACCA, CPA qualified Finance Business partner to work closely with CFO
  • International Private Equity Firm

Details about the Client

Our client is a fast paced international player within the Private Equity industry. They are currently looking to strengthen their Finance department with a Deputy CFO.

Detailed Job Description

Reporting to the CFO your main responsibilities will be:

  • Oversee the preparation of revenue invoices, ensuring they are aligned with contracts and compliant with local VAT requirements
  • Oversee the cash-flow forecasts of the underlying entities and the Group
  • Prepare monthly variance reporting (based on the accounts team bookings) and provide accurate information to the internal business units
  • Oversee preparation of Group budget and underlying entity budgets and BU budgets
  • Understand and control the Employee Participation Plan and related payments, provisions and amendments, as well as provide Swiss employees with annual tax reports.
  • Prepare the accounting, tax, and reporting for the employee investment vehicles
  • Understand and control the Carried Interest plans, updating vesting schedules and preparing distribution notices and quarterly valuation reports.
  • Understand and control the Employee Investment Plans, updating vesting schedules and preparing distribution notices and quarterly valuation reports
  • Oversee and provide guidance on the Group Taxes and VAT
  • Manage and support a team of 2
  • Question the structure of the Group and identify simpler and better practices across the group

Candidate's Profile

Higher degree in accounting, finance or related field combined with a CPA, ACCA or equivalent accounting qualification

Proven track record in accounting with strong knowledge in IFRS (USGAAP and UK GAAP would be ideal)

We are looking for someone with experience in the Private Equity industry

You have a solid and thorough knowledge of VAT and other jurisdictions

Understanding of the legal and regulatory compliance framework for the asset management industry (eg. AIFMD, FATCA)

You have strong communication skills and are fluent in English (written and spoken) and ideally German (good written and spoken)

You have a high level of energy, you are ambitious and a self-starter with the ability to quickly grasp concepts and innovate

Flexible team player but equally able to work independently with minimum supervision

You have the ability to work accurately under pressure and meet tight deadlines, whilst maintaining commitment to quality

You enjoy acting as a Finance Business partner and you have excellent organisational, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.

Advanced excel skills are ideal

What's on offer

Good opportunity to take the next career step in the greater Zurich area to join a fast moving Private Equity firm


Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

Ref Code: MPGW94929Z