Group Technical Accounting Specialist

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Join a global finance team where technical accounting expertise plays a critical role in supporting high-quality financial reporting and helping a purpose-driven organisation continue to make a positive impact on patients and consumers worldwide. As the IFRS Group Accounting & Reporting Specialist, you'll work closely with finance teams across multiple countries, supporting the application of IFRS standards and contributing to key group reporting activities. This is an opportunity to gain broad exposure across an international organisation, partnering with stakeholders across Business Finance, Accounting, FP&A, HR, and external audit while helping to drive consistency and excellence in financial reporting.

If you enjoy solving complex accounting challenges, influencing stakeholders, developing and conducting accounting training for Galderma associates and working in a collaborative international environment, this role offers both technical depth and broad business exposure.

• Support the preparation of consolidated annual and interim financial statements in accordance with IFRS, ensuring compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with the application of IFRS to complex transactions, including share-based payments, financial instruments and hedge accounting, revenue recognition, segment reporting, impairment testing, acquisitions, divestitures, restructuring, and leases.
• Independently manage Galderma's share-based payment accounting administration, including quarterly calculations in accordance with IFRS 2 and local accounting standards (particularly Swiss accounting standards), working closely with Group FP&A, HR, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Independently manage IAS 19 pension accounting and coordinate Group-level reporting.
• Independently prepare the annual impairment test in accordance with IAS 36.
• Prepare accounting memoranda in accordance with IFRS and support the ongoing maintenance and development of the Galderma Group Accounting Manual and accounting policies.
• Support the Consolidation Team in the monthly consolidation process and reporting to the Group CFO.
• Act as a key point of contact for local and Group finance teams on IFRS accounting, reporting, and consolidation matters.
• Develop and deliver accounting training to finance teams across the organisation.
• Support special projects, including mergers and acquisitions, system migrations, and process improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with external auditors throughout audit processes.
• Regular travel within Europe.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in group accounting/consolidation roles in multi-national or global setting, accounting advisory or audit in Big 4.
• Advanced knowledge in IFRS accounting and reporting is required, particularly IFRS 2, 3, 8, 9, 15, and 16 as well as IAS 12, 19, 36, 37, and 38.
• Knowledge of consolidation tools is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); additional languages are an advantage.

• You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.
• You will receive a competitive compensation package with bonus structure and extended benefit package.
• You will be able to work in a hybrid work culture.
• You will participate in feedback loops, during which a personalized career path will be established.
• You will be joining a growing company that believes in ownership from day one where everyone is empowered to grow and to take on accountability.

If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter. The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager and the wider team. The final step is an in-person interview with the local HR.

At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.