Head of Accounting & Finance Transformation (w/m/d)

Start date: immediately or by agreement In this key role, you take overall responsibility for operational accounting business and the strategic further development and transformation of the accounting function within our hospitality sector. You ensure the stability, integrity, and compliance of all financial processes while also promoting the modernization, standardization, and automation of end-to-end financial processes.

Responsibilities

Operational Responsibility for Accounting & Finance

• Overall responsibility for operational financial business across multiple operations
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Responsibility for the continuous shortening of closing cycles (Fast-Close approach)
• Standardization and quality assurance of financial reporting according to USALI or relevant local accounting standards
• Lead internal and external audits, main contact for auditors, tax authorities, and external partners
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, especially VAT/payroll taxes and other hospitality-specific levies
• Responsibility for cash, bank, and credit card reconciliations and ensure daily liquidity flows

Finance Transformation & Process Modernization

• Redesign the night audit and revenue reporting processes with stronger integration between PMS, POS, and ERP systems
• End-to-end optimization and reengineering of the processes “Record-to-Report” (R2R), “Procure-to-Pay” (P2P), and “Order-to-Cash” (O2C)
• Introduction and scaling of modern automation and AI solutions in transaction-intensive areas such as F&B, Rooms, and Spa
• Optimization of AP/AR processes, E-Invoicing, credit management, and receivables management
• Build and automate internal control systems to prevent fraud and ensure data integrity
• Implementation of modern reporting, BI, and analytics solutions to improve transparency and decision-making

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team across multiple locations
• Build a high-performance, transformation-oriented finance organization
• Define clear objectives, conduct regular performance reviews, and promote professional and digital competencies
• Close collaboration with operations, IT, HR, and other stakeholders on cross-departmental initiatives
• Active role as a change leader in introducing new processes, systems, and work methods

Requirements

• Preferred master's degree or professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CA or equivalent) and continuous education in finance technology, data & AI
• Extensive experience in accounting & finance, including several years in a leadership role within complex or multi-unit organizations
• Proven experience leading finance transformations including reengineering R2R, P2P, and O2C processes, ERP system implementations, and automation initiatives
• Comprehensive IFRS knowledge and solid understanding of USALI standards, accounting, compliance requirements, and internal control systems
• Deep knowledge of modern financial technologies and automation solutions, particularly ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Fusion, NetSuite, Workday), RPA, AI/Machine Learning applications, AP/AR automation, and modern closing and reporting platforms
• Strong analytical skills, high financial acumen, and entrepreneurial thinking
• Experience in stakeholder and change management across finance, operations, and IT
• Leadership personality with high implementation strength and strong communication and coaching skills

Location

• 2-3 days a week in Andermatt or Altdorf: the remaining part is possible in home office.