Head of Group Accounting
Portugal
Hybrid
We're partnering with a leading European pharmaceutical manufacturer, backed by a top-tier PE investor, to appoint a high-calibre Head of Group Accounting. As the business scales globally and accelerates operational investments, this role will be central to financial transformation, reporting excellence, and strategic value creation.
Joining at a pivotal moment in the company's growth journey, you'll lead all accounting and internal reporting activities across the group overseeing a global accounting teams. You'll also play a critical role in tightening close processes, driving standardisation, and supporting investor reporting as the company prepares for an exit.
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced accounting leader to step into a highly visible, strategic role with future CFO succession potential.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead all internal and external accounting/reporting across the Group (Swiss GAAP).
* Own monthly and annual close processes; drive efficiency and accountability.
* Manage and develop the global accounting team
* Serve as a key liaison with the PE fund and the Board on financial reporting.
* Ensure robust accounting policies, controls, and audit readiness.
* Support M&A, due diligence, and exit preparation (IPO or trade sale).
What we're looking for:
* Proven experience leading accounting in a complex, international environment.
* Strong understanding of month-end close processes, systems, and compliance.
* Experience managing or working closely with Shared Service Centres (a plus).
* Exposure to private equity-backed businesses and/or exit transactions.
* Leadership ability and communication skills to influence at C-suite/Board level.
* Accounting qualification (e.g. CPA, ACCA, CA) preferred.
* Fluent in English.
If you or anyone you know is interested, apply directly, email me at