Senior Financial Accountant

Auterion is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting operations of a rapidly scaling, global organization. This is a newly created role and a key contributor to supporting statutory compliance, and preparing for external audits under IFRS and local GAAP requirements.

In this role, you will be responsible for executing core close activities for our Swiss and German entities, maintaining balance sheet integrity, and supporting audit and statutory reporting readiness in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment. You will work closely with US-based accounting leadership, local finance teams, FP&A, tax advisors, and operations to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accountant who enjoys hands-on execution, thrives in complexity, and wants exposure to both local statutory requirements and consolidated group reporting.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Execute month-end close activities for EU entities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations for cash, prepaids, fixed assets, accruals, payroll, etc with complete supporting documentation
• Monitor general ledger activity to ensure compliance with IFRS and local GAAP requirements (Swiss GAAP FER, German HGB)
• Prepare statutory financial statements for Swiss and German entities in accordance with local commercial code requirements
• Support consolidated external audits, including preparation of audit schedules, PBC requests, and responses for EU entities
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations between EU entities and US parent company for consolidation purposes
• Partner with FP&A to provide accurate actuals, variance explanations, and support for forecasting and budgeting processes
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, procurement, and HR to validate accruals, estimates, and operational data
• Support NetSuite optimization for EU operations, including reporting enhancements, workflows, and localization features
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce manual effort, improve data quality, and strengthen internal controls
• Prepare management reporting packages for internal review and support US consolidation requirements

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field;
• 4-7 years of experience in corporate operational, preferably in a tech, manufacturing, or high-growth environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, with mutli-entity experience
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in accounting processes in a high-growth or start-up environment.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Fluent in German and English (spoken and written)
• EU Citizenship required. 

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Stock Options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension plan 
• Extended social security package 
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Learning and development opportunities

About Auterion

We are building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers. Our team is supporting the most important missions and solving the most challenging problems.

At Auterion, we bring together the sharpest minds who love to solve the hardest problems. Join a vibrant team built on innovation, openness, and excellence, where you’ll be empowered to develop ideas, collaborate across all levels, and make an impact that matters.