As an international leader in bridal fashion, Essense of Australia has been making bridal dreams come true for more than 20 years. With offices in Lenexa (Kansas, US), Perth (Australia) and Zug (Switzerland), our designs are sold in over 1,500 retail stores across the globe, including our network of company-owned and third-party franchise stores, True Society. With locations in the US and Europe, True Society is a collective of premier bridal shops that exclusively offers our designs and delivers the ultimate wedding dress shopping experience to brides of all styles, shapes, and sizes. Together we are a dynamic and rapidly growing company focused on innovation, excellence, drive, and collaboration.
To join our team in Zug we are looking for an
About the Job
We’re growing, we’re expanding, we’re thriving and we’re on the hunt for someone who wants to join the ride with us! We thrive on strong business acumen, entrepreneurial spirit, and innovation.
We are searching for an Accounting Manager who will lead the accounting function for our corporate True Society retail stores within the organization. This person will bring their retail accounting knowledge, enthusiasm, planning and team leadership skills to our business while supporting the collaborative, positive and entrepreneurial environment that makes us Team Essense. This person will have a successful track record for building and maintaining accounting processes to support the entire global retail organization to ensure that financial reports are delivered accurately and on time.
What We Expect
- Ensure the monthly close process is timely and accurately
- Review and approve journal entries, monthly account reconciliations, variance analyses and prepare financial statements
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures and processes
- Lead and provide oversight to accounts payable and general accounting staff
- Manage the maintenance and accuracy of ledger accounts and financials in compliance with company and local accounting standards
- Provide assistance in the annual budget and periodic forecasting process
- Identify opportunities for improvements in Corporate Accounting processes including, but not limited to, the monthly close process, cost-saving initiatives and documentation of policies and procedures
- Aid Director of Finance & Accounting - Europe for various initiatives
- Implement new software or other accounting solutions as necessary
- Willingness to work at the Headquarter in Zug. Home office max. 1 day/week
What We Are Looking For
- Master’s degree in Finance/Business Administration/Economics or similar
- Minimum 5 - 7 years of professional experience in accounting/finance, including development of accounting policies and procedures, Retail experience in an advantage
- Advances Excel skills
- Fluent in German and English, any other language is a plus
- Exceptional attention to detail with ability to work effectively in fast paces environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
- The right culture fit is critical. Must be relationship-focused, agile and not afraid to have fun!
- Must be curious and have a continuous improvement mindset
- Strong Team player with ability to work autonomously as needed
- Experience with international entities and transactions
What We Offer
We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our fast-growing global team! In return for your skills, we offer you the opportunity to join an international industry leader and be part of a creative and collaborative culture that empowers its people, promotes teamwork, and embraces sustainability. We recognize and reward excellence, innovation, and loyalty. Our goal is to offer an inspirational and modern workplace that allows for talented individuals to thrive. As such, we provide competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, with significant opportunity for exceptional team members to grow with us as we continue to expand.
If you have the skills and drive to help us further our growth, please go to https://www.essensedesigns.com/careers/ and follow the prompts to submit your online application with cover letter and resume.