Head of Group Accounting & Reporting

About Unilabs

Headquartered in Geneva and part of the A.P. Moller Group, Unilabs is one of Europe’s leading medical diagnostics companies, offering a complete range of laboratory, pathology, genetics, and imaging services to patients across 14 countries. Unilabs invests heavily in technology, equipment, and people – using digital technologies in its state-of-the-art laboratories and imaging institutes – to improve the lives of close to 100 million people every year.

Role Purpose 

We are looking for an experienced and driven Group Accounting & Reporting Leader to shape and elevate our international finance function, combining deep IFRS expertise with strategic vision and a passion for transformation.

In this role, you will partner closely with senior leadership, lead a high-performing team in Porto, and drive excellence across Group reporting, consolidation, governance, audit, and complex accounting matters. You will play a key role in standardizing and centralizing processes, advancing automation and digitalization initiatives, supporting acquisitions and integrations, and ensuring the highest standards of financial integrity and compliance.

This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is motivated by the chance to build, influence, and create lasting impact on a global scale.


Key Responsibilities

Group Accounting & Reporting Leadership

·       Lead the monthly, quarterly and annual consolidation process in compliance with IFRS

·       Ensure quality, completeness and integrity of financial data across all entities

·       Review and challenge local submissions and closing packages

·       Oversee preparation of IFRS financial statements and disclosures

Accounting Policies & Technical Expertise

·       Own the Group accounting policies and reporting manual

·       Act as single point of contact for complex technical accounting matters

·       Manage IFRS updates, interpretation and implementation

·       Assess accounting treatment of complex transactions (M&A, restructuring, financing, etc.)

SSC Porto Leadership & Process Ownership

·       Lead and develop the Group Accounting & Reporting team based in Porto

·       Drive standardization and centralization of accounting processes of Unilabs markets into the SSC

·       Ensure robust internal controls and compliance with Group policies

·       Implement and monitor KPIs and service quality metrics

Transformation & Systems

·       Drive continuous improvement of the finance operating model

·       Lead initiatives related to ERP (D365), consolidation tools (Tagetik) and automation

·       Improve reporting timelines, data quality and process efficiency

·       Support the digitalization of accounting processes

Audit & Governance

·       Lead the Group external audit process and act as main point of contact for auditors

·       Ensure readiness and quality of supporting documentation

·       Audit & Risk Committee and Board reporting and presentation

·       Strengthen internal control environment and compliance framework

Projects & M&A Integration

·       Lead accounting aspects of acquisitions, integrations and reorganizations

·       Support due diligence and post-acquisition accounting alignment

·       Ensure proper implementation of Group standards for new entities

General Responsibilities

·       Lead and develop a high-performing international team

·       Foster a culture of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement

·       Coordinate cross-functional finance processes across geographies

·       Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and internal requirements

Profile – Personal Characteristics

·       Strong leadership and ability to influence senior stakeholders

·       High level of integrity, rigor and accountability

·       Hands-on, pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset

·       Ability to operate in a fast-paced, transforming environment

·       Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Experience & Qualifications

·       Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration

·       Professional certification (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) preferred

·       Minimum 10–12 years of experience, including:

o   Significant experience in IFRS reporting and consolidation

o   Experience in multinational and/or SSC environments

o   Background in Big 4 audit strongly preferred

·       Proven experience in team management and leadership

·       Demonstrated exposure to complex projects (M&A, transformation, systems)

Technical Skills

·       Deep knowledge of IFRS and Group reporting requirements

·       Strong understanding of internal controls and financial processes

·       Experience with ERP systems (D365 preferred) and consolidation tools (Tagetik highly valued)

·       Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Language Skills

English: Fluent (mandatory)

What a successful candidate looks like

·       A trusted partner to the CFO and senior leadership

·       A leader capable of building and scaling a best-in-class finance function in Porto

·       A technical expert who can translate complex accounting into clear decisions

·       A driver of transformation, automation and continuous improvement