Optics Balzers AG

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Close: Manage the timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing and posting journal entries and performing balance sheet reconciliations. Cost Accounting & Manufacturing: Oversee all cost accounting functions, including standard cost setting, inventory valuation, variance analysis (material, labor, overhead) within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Compliance: Ensure all accounting procedures and financial reports adhere strictly to US GAAP principles and local statutory laws and regulations. Forecasting & Analysis: Assist management with monthly forecasting, budget preparation, and detailed variance analysis to provide strategic insights into financial performance. Taxation & Authorities: Coordinate and support all aspects of tax filings, including liaising with local tax authorities and assisting the corporate tax group with complex data and compliance requirements. Accounts Management Support: Serve as a reliable backup to other on-site accountants for daily operational tasks, including cash applications, accounts receivable (A/R), and accounts payable (A/P) activities. Process Improvement: Identify, recommend, and implement opportunities to streamline and enhance accounting processes, internal controls, and ERP system utilization through technology and best practices. Audits: Actively manage and contribute to internal and external audit processes, preparing necessary documentation, schedules, and reports.