Accountant Specialist
LIGENTEC is a rapidly growing European deep‑tech Process Design House headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, with R&D and manufacturing operations in France. We develop, design, manufacture, and test Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) for demanding applications in Sensing, Connectivity, and Computing.
To support our continued growth, we are looking for an
The purpose of this position is to deliver accurate, timely accounting and financial control services that support business operations, ensure compliance with statutory and internal requirements, and contribute to continuous process improvement across the finance function.
The role's responsibilities are:
Core Accounting & Financial Reporting
Maintain general ledger accounts, ensure timely and accurate posting of journals, accruals and reconciliations.
Prepare month‑end and year‑end closing tasks, including balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements and management reports in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
Support intercompany accounting and monthly close activities across group entities.
Accounts Payable & Receivable
Process supplier invoices, validate payment runs and maintain accurate AP records.
Manage customer invoicing, monitor receivables, follow up on overdue payments and resolve billing enquiries.
Ensure correct VAT/indirect tax treatment and timely submission of required returns or documentation.
Controls, Compliance & Process Improvement
Maintain and improve internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Support audits (internal and external) by preparing schedules, providing documentation and responding to audit queries.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and contribute to system implementations or enhancements.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work closely with procurement, operations and R&D teams to ensure accurate cost allocation and support project accounting needs.
Provide finance support for budgeting, forecasting and ad‑hoc financial analysis.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting policies and procedural documentation.
Requirements:
Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline, or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA).
Minimum of 3 years' practical experience in accounting or finance roles, ideally within an international or high‑growth company.
Strong knowledge of Swiss and EU accounting standards and indirect tax rules; experience with statutory reporting and audits.
Proven ability to produce accurate month‑end close deliverables and reconciliations under deadline pressure.
Experience with accounting systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Xero or similar) and advanced Excel skills; ERP implementation experience is a plus.
Highly organised, detail‑oriented and proactive, with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work collaboratively across teams and with external stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
Working proficiency in English.
What's in it for me?
We offer a unique career opportunity where you will directly impact our global expansion by ensuring robust financial operations that enable technical innovation. You will join an agile, international team of over 30 nationalities, valued for enthusiasm, short decision paths and an open culture.
With us, you're empowered to influence processes from day one, grow your professional skills, and benefit from an environment that supports work‑life balance and continuous development.
- Department
- Finance/HR
- Role
- Controller
- Locations
- Lausanne, Switzerland
About LIGENTEC
LIGENTEC is a company that produces Photonic Integrated Circuits (PIC) for customers in advanced technology sectors like ground and space communication, Quantum technologies, LiDAR, and Biosensors. LIGENTEC specializes in the commercialization of the all-nitride-core technology. LIGENTEC empowers customers to develop their products in the era of industrial revolution 4.0 by offering low-loss PICs with active components.