Swiss - Audit Business - Senior Manager - GGN
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Job details
Proposed designation
Senior Manager
Role type
Supervisory Role – Leading and managing a team of up to 6-7 people comprising of graduates and experienced professionals.
Reporting to
Senior Manager or above
Geo to be supported
Switzerland
Work timings
9:00 AM to 5:30 PM IST
Roles and Responsibilities
We are recruiting for a Senior Manager in the Audit team. Working as a Senior Manager in this team, your responsibilities will include:
Lead ISA and/or US GAAS audits for multinational companies or Swiss subsidiaries of entities publicly listed abroad.
Plan and manage audits of spin-offs, acquisitions, disposals, and opening balance sheets.
Manage transaction-based projects involving IFRS / US GAAP (e.g., comfort letters, agreed-upon procedures, registration statement reviews).
Oversee ISA and US GAAS audit and advisory engagements, including ICoFR (internal controls over financial reporting) design and operational
testing.
Serve as technical coach for audit teams on US GAAP matters, as well as audit methodology.
Review workpapers and ensure documentation quality, consistency, and alignment with audit standards.
Lead performance coaching, mentoring, and capability building within the offshore team.
Drive collaboration across onshore and offshore locations, coordinating deliverables and resolving technical challenges.
Contribute to internal and external training on US GAAP topics and promote knowledge sharing.
Support innovation and process improvements across audit delivery through digital and analytical tools.
This role is for you if you have the below
Educational qualifications
Degree in Commerce / Degree or Diploma in Finance or Accounting.
Professional Chartered Accountancy qualification (e.g.CA/ACCA/US CPA).
Additional certifications (if any)
Work experience
8+ years of recent audit experience in ISA and/or US GAAS and US GAAP at a Big 4 firm
Work experience on US GAAP reporting standards.
Industry Specific Experience is preferable.
Mandatory technical and functional skills
In depth knowledge of external Audit for corporate and/or international clients.
Experience in group audits as per ISA and US GAAP.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Flexibility to adapt to a variety of engagement types, working hours and work environments.
Preferred technical and functional skills
Proficiency/Working knowledge of Adobe Professional would be an added advantage.
Proven project management and leadership skills, including leading offshore teams and mentoring.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; other languages are a plus.
Key behavioural attributes/requirements
Personal drive and positive work ethic to deliver results within tight deadlines and in demanding situations.
Recognizing the developmental requirements of team members and set goals to achieve them.
Effective at inspiring and motivating team members in order to deliver high quality standards.
Other information
Interview process: 3 rounds of interview process
Does the job role involve travelling: No
Does the busy season apply to this role?: Yes (January- March)