Manager - Financial Accounting Advisory Services - Transaction Accounting and IPO Services | Manager - Financial Accounting Advisory Services - Transaction Accounting and IPO Services Zürich

EY

Zürich, ZH, Switzerland
Published Nov 12, 2025
Part-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This Manager role within EY's Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team in Zurich focuses on high-impact transaction accounting and IPO services for international and national clients across various sectors. You will lead complex projects related to acquisitions ("Transaction Accounting"), divestitures, and capital market transactions, including the preparation of Pro-Forma and Carve-out reports. Furthermore, you will advise clients on GAAP conversions (IFRS, Swiss GAAP FER, OR) and the preparation of consolidated financial statements. This position requires strong leadership skills, as you will manage mandates, collaborate closely with global service lines (Tax, Strategy and Transactions), drive business acquisition efforts, and mentor junior team members. Success in this dynamic environment requires a blend of deep accounting expertise, project management capabilities, and fluency in both German and English.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration or Economics, combined with a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent qualification (e.g., Swiss Certified Auditor).

Experience

  • At least 6 years of professional experience in an auditing or consulting firm, or in the finance function of a major company.
  • Professional experience in conducting mandates and acquiring new clients.
  • Project experience related to corporate purchases/sales and/or capital market transactions (a plus).

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must take on a leadership role in managing mandates and developing staff. Mandates are primarily executed in Zurich but also throughout the rest of Switzerland.