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EMEA Recruitment is working with a growing technology company. We are searching for a Head of Controlling to join the Lucerne office.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving financial insights, optimizing business performance, and supporting strategic decision-making processes.

This role requires strong expertise in financial controlling and business partnering, along with the ability to lead and develop a global team.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, innovative organization focused on delivering cutting-edge solutions to its clients worldwide.

Key responsibilities of the Head of Controlling:

• Oversee group-wide financial planning and analysis, ensuring accurate forecasting and budgeting

• Partner with senior leadership to provide actionable insights and drive business performance

• Lead the implementation and enhancement of financial controlling systems and processes

• Manage and develop a global team, fostering collaboration and professional growth

Your profile:

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

• Proven experience in financial controlling and business partnering in an international environment

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into strategic recommendations

• Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with experience managing global teams

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

EMEA Recruitment is working with a growing international company in the technology industry. We are searching for a Head of Accounting to join the Finance team in Lucerne.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the group’s Accounting operations and compliance framework.

This role is crucial for managing the consolidation and reporting processes, while ensuring adherence to Accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a global team, drive system and process improvements, and make a significant impact on the organization’s financial integrity and compliance.

Key responsibilities of the Head of Accounting:

• Manage and improve group-wide consolidation and reporting processes, moving from manual to automated systems

• Ensure compliance with Swiss GAAP FER and other relevant Accounting standards

• Oversee statutory filings and manage balance sheets, P&L, and cashflow consolidation

• Lead and mentor a team of professionals across multiple global locations

Your profile:

• Extensive experience in consolidation, reporting, and statutory filings in a multi-national environment

• Strong knowledge of Accounting standards
• Proven track record of managing teams across multiple timezones

• Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to present to senior stakeholders

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

Are you an experienced Accountant seeking a part-time opportunity in a dynamic, international environment?

As part of my client\'s EMEA Finance team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth financial operations across the region.

As a Part-Time Accountant, your key responsibilities will include:

• Maintain accurate financial records in compliance with local and US GAAP
• Process and reconcile accounts payable, receivable, and general ledgers
• Manage VAT declarations, cashflow reporting, and support month-end closing activities
• Provide financial insights and support for regional events, including registration and payment processes

Skills required for the Part-Time Accountant:

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting with 4–6 years of international Accounting experience
• Proficiency in Accounting systems (ERP) and advanced Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and fluency in English with a good level of German
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a multi-cultural environment

• Oversee Order to Cash and distribution operations from the outsourced regional Distribution Centres
• Support Customer Order operations across all affiliates and third-party distributors
• Work with internal teams to improve service delivery and optimise processes
• Ensure compliance with SOX, GDP, and SOPs related to O2C and distribution
• Act as the point of escalation for customer order issues
• Manage SAP transactions and inventory reconciliation
• Coordinate import/export shipments, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements

• Proven experience in a pharmaceutical or bio-tech environment, especially in O2C and Customer Distribution
• Strong SAP experience
• Familiarity with GDP and relevant regulatory requirements for customer distribution
• Fluent in English, with French or Spanish as very desirable (but not essential)
• Proactive, solution-driven, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure
• Comfortable working in an international and fast-paced environment

• Prepare monthly HR reports as required
• Organize, manage, and maintain files and records
• Manage and ensure the efficiency of the HR tool, including updating and uploading policies and procedures
• Facilitate and support seamless (pre)onboarding experience of new hires
• Coordinate and oversee the collection and organization of performance appraisal documents
• Prepare essential documents, e.g. employer statements
• Schedule and coordinate appointments with local authorities in the relevant countries
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, emails, and phone calls and maintaining sickness leave records

• Bachelors in HR, Business or relevant field
• Minimum 2 years of relevant international General Affairs work experience
• Systems savvy
• Excel skills, have excellent knowledge of spreadsheets and formulas
• Excellent communication skills to converse with external parties and internal team members of all levels
• Exceptional planning/organizational skills and being deadline oriented
• Being a team player, as well as being able to work independently
• Fluency in English and Dutch

• Oversee day-to-day Finance operations, including AR, AP, and GL
• Prepare financial statements, including profit & loss and balance sheets
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly account closures
• Manage payments via online banking systems
• Provide data and documentation to external tax consultants
• Conduct forex revaluation processes for monetary assets and liabilities
• Support annual audits and contribute to their preparation

• A university degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Solid knowledge of IFRS
• Familiarity with Dutch tax legislation
• Experience within a holding or investment company (preferred)
• Fluency in English

EMEA Recruitment is working with an innovative solutions business and is looking for an experienced Sales Support Specialist to join their HQ in Amsterdam.

You’ll be the go-to person for sales support administrative tasks, ensuring smooth operations and contributing to the success of sales efforts.

An exciting opportunity to join an expanding successful team, this role offers hybrid working and a supportive leadership. Initially a six-month temporary contract with the potential of joining the team permanently. 

Key responsibilities of the Sales Support Specialist:

• Raising contracts, orders, POs, quotes, legal documentation and offers using the Salesforce system
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency
• Supporting Sales Managers with a proactive deal support and solutions
• Collaborating with the team to ensure deadlines and goals are met

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in a sales support role (2-3 years min.)
• Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM systems is highly desirable
• A proactive mindset with the ability to identify areas for improvement
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Fluent in English + one other language preferably

Apply today! 

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

EMEA Recruitment is seeking a Service Profitability Analyst to join the Finance department or one of our international clients. The role will support the financial optimisation of trade and service operations.

This role is instrumental in enhancing the overall profitability of the organisation by providing detailed financial and commercial insights to strategic stakeholders.

The responsibilities of the Service Profitability Analyst are:

• Comprehensive Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of operational, commercial, and financial aspects of trades and services to identify key profitability drivers.
• Profitability Improvement: Recommend strategies to enhance profitability based on detailed analyses, collaborating closely with stakeholders to implement these improvements.
• Service Simulation: Simulate net results for new or modified services, analyse outcomes, and present findings to management or specific departments.
• Voyage Profitability Estimation: Quickly estimate the preliminary profitability of voyages upon completion of the loading phase.
• Benchmarking and Value Assessment: Assist in benchmarking the value of customers either globally or specific to trade, contributing to strategic customer management.
• Monthly Business Analysis: Perform and complete monthly business analysis as requested by management, ensuring accuracy and relevancy of data.

The background of the Service Profitability Analyst is:

• Essential Experience: 4-6 years in a similar financial or commercial analysis role, within the shipping industry.
• Educational Background: Degree in Finance, Business Management, or a relevant Maritime field.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong analytical capabilities.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication skills, precision, and accuracy in work, and a strong team player.
• Language Requirements: Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Eligibility: EU citizenship or a valid Swiss work permit (B-C) is required.