Finance Manager (80-100%)

PERILS is a Zurich-based organization providing natural catastrophe insurance data and related services to the global insurance industry. Our mission is to improve the understanding of catastrophe risk and facilitate risk transfer. Since our foundation in 2009, we have built a strong international reputation as a trusted and independent data provider.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced
Finance Manager (80-100%)
to join our team by October or November 2026.
In this role, you will lead the full finance function end-to-end and support HR administration for a small, highly specialized Zurich-based team. You will help ensure financial integrity and compliance while contributing to the stability and continued success of a globally active organisation.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, international environment.
Your Responsibilities:

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Managing financial accounting (GL, AP, AR), including bookings in Abacus

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Preparing annual financial statements (Swiss CO), VAT returns, and coordinating audits

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Overseeing cash management and cost monitoring

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Coordinating external partners (auditors, fiduciaries, authorities) and managing outsourced services

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Supporting HR administration, including payroll validation and employee lifecycle processes

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Contributing to continuous improvement and the further development of the finance function
Your Profile:

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At least 10 years of accounting experience in a Swiss B2B environment

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Commercial background with further education in finance (e.g. Swiss Fachausweis Finance and Accounting or equivalent)

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Strong Excel skills; experience with Abacus is an advantage

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A structured and pro-active working style, with a strong sense of responsibility and continuous improvement

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Strong communication skills when working with clients, partners and authorities

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Fluency in English and conversational German
What We Offer:

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A key role with end-to-end responsibility across Finance & HR, working closely with the CEO

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A stable, internationally recognised niche business with meaningful global impact

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A collaborative, low-hierarchy working environment

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Flexible working arrangements and a modern office in Zurich
Interested?
If this role sounds like a good match, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply online. Applications by post cannot be considered. We guarantee full discretion.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you meet most of the requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Stellenwerk AG has been providing tailor-made HR solutions for over 21 years. Awarded Best Staffing Provider (Professional Search) by Handelszeitung for the 9th consecutive time in 2026. Based in Zurich, Chur and Vaduz - active across German-speaking Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
Your contact person:
Herr Maurice Locher & Jonas Buholzer
+41 44 365 77 44