TAG Heuer Accounting Manager
TAG Heuer — Accounting Manager in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. Permanent full-time role leading Swiss statutory accounting and serving as SAP key user.
Overview
TAG Heuer is a Swiss luxury watchmaker within the LVMH Montres & Joaillerie portfolio. The maison combines Swiss horological expertise with global distribution and a performance-driven commercial model. As part of the LVMH group, TAG Heuer operates in an international, matrixed environment that emphasises precision, innovation and brand heritage.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee full accounting operations for TAG Heuer, Branch of LVMH Swiss Manufactures SA, including general ledger and sub-ledgers.
- Lead the monthly close process and ensure accurate consolidation of financial data into the group reporting tool in compliance with IFRS.
- Supervise accounts payable processes within a centralized invoice control framework.
- Prepare and supervise statutory accounts for LVMH SWISS Manufactures SA (Swiss CO), including five branches; oversee statutory accounts for TAG Heuer International and the French branch.
- Determine corporate taxes and manage tax declarations at federal, cantonal and communal levels; administer tax credits, royalties and related cross-border items.
- Manage intercompany accounting issues with foreign subsidiaries and ensure correct intercompany reconciliations.
- Maintain financial master data and ensure integrity of accounting records.
- Line-manage a team of six accounting professionals, setting priorities, monitoring performance and developing capabilities.
- Act as SAP key user for accounting processes and liaise with IT and group finance on systems and process improvements.
- Report to the HQ Finance Director and represent local accounting matters within the group finance framework.
Qualifications
- Higher degree in accounting, finance or equivalent (HEG or equivalent).
- Minimum five years' experience in a senior accounting role, ideally within an international company.
- Deep knowledge of international and national accounting frameworks, specifically IFRS and Swiss Code of Obligations (CO).
- Proven experience preparing statutory accounts and handling Swiss statutory and tax requirements.
- Experience managing and developing a small accounting team.
- Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills, with strong analytical and anticipatory capabilities.
- Advanced proficiency with SAP and common office IT tools.
Skills
Experience
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience with a minimum period as an accounting manager or head of accounting; demonstrable track record in statutory reporting (Swiss CO and IFRS), tax declarations and leading a small team in an international corporate environment. Prior exposure as an SAP key user is required.
Education
Higher education in accounting or finance (HEG or equivalent) or comparable professional qualification.
Workplace
The role is situated in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchâtel, Switzerland — conveniently close to Geneva. There are currently 29 open positions in La Chaux-de-Fonds on Cerulean, with 4 added recently. Within Neuchâtel, Cerulean currently features 95 open roles, including 4 recent additions. Across Switzerland, Cerulean lists 728 open roles — 12 of them newly added.
Culture
TAG Heuer blends Swiss watchmaking craftsmanship with a modern, entrepreneurial spirit typical of LVMH maisons. The finance function operates within a disciplined, performance-oriented culture that values technical excellence, cross-border collaboration and continuous improvement.
About Cerulean
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