GROW WITH US: Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We’d love for you to team up with us to “innovate every day,” put “people first,” and take the “no-shortcuts” approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry.

STAY AWESOME: Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the Tandem Mobi system and t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ+ technology — an advanced predictive algorithm that automates insulin delivery. But we’re so much more than that. Our company’s human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Because many of our own team members live with type 1 diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at tandemdiabetes.com

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

Senior Manager, EMEA Controller

Location: Switzerland, Lausanne
Department: Finance
Reports To: Sr. Director, Finance - International

At Tandem Diabetes Care, we create new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and healthcare providers through innovative diabetes management solutions. Our mission-driven culture embraces innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to improving lives around the world.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager, EMEA Controller to lead accounting, finance operations, compliance, and controllership activities across our growing EMEA region. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence a rapidly expanding international business while building scalable financial processes and ensuring operational excellence.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

The Senior Manager, EMEA Controller is responsible for the day-to-day leadership of accounting, finance operations, statutory compliance, treasury, and payroll governance activities across EMEA. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Finance - International, this role serves as a key business partner supporting continued international growth through strong financial stewardship, process improvement, and regulatory compliance.

This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership position that works closely with internal accounting teams, outsourced service providers, external advisors, auditors, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting and effective financial operations across multiple jurisdictions.

YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY

Financial Accounting & Controllership

• Leading monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across EMEA legal entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting under US GAAP and local statutory requirements.
• Reviewing financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, reserves, and significant accounting estimates to ensure financial integrity.
• Consolidating EMEA financial results and supporting internal and external reporting requirements.
• Maintaining a strong internal control environment and coordinating internal and external audits.
• Supporting technical accounting matters and implementation of new accounting standards and requirements.

Finance Operations & Shared Services Management

• Overseeing accounts payable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, intercompany accounting, and general ledger activities across the region.
• Managing cash forecasting, intercompany funding activities, and payment controls.
• Leading payroll governance, accounting, accruals, and gross-to-net reconciliations while ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Managing third-party providers, shared service organizations, and local finance partners to drive service excellence and continuous improvement.
• Serving as an escalation point for complex accounting, operational, and compliance matters.

Finance Transformation & Systems

• Driving finance transformation initiatives focused on process standardization, optimization, and scalability.
• Supporting implementation and enhancement of ERP, expense management, and financial reporting systems.
• Developing, documenting, and maintaining financial processes and procedures.

International Expansion & Entity Management

• Supporting the establishment and integration of new legal entities and market expansions throughout EMEA.
• Coordinating accounting, banking, payroll, tax, statutory reporting, and operational finance requirements for new entities.
• Partnering with local advisors to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory and reporting obligations.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Leading and developing finance team members, outsourced providers, and external finance partners across the region.
• Supporting recruitment, workforce planning, employee development, and performance management.
• Fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Developing and maintaining an effective internal control framework supporting SOX compliance and corporate governance requirements.
• Ensuring adherence to corporate policies and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Identifying financial, operational, and compliance risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Partnering with Tax, Treasury, Legal, HR, and Operations on cross-functional governance initiatives.

You're Awesome At:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA, ACA, ACCA, Chartered Accountant, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience within a multinational organization.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a Controller, Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, or similar role.
• Experience managing multi-country accounting operations across Europe.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Experience leading finance transformation, ERP implementation, or business process improvement initiatives.
• Experience supporting new legal entity creation and international market expansion.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or a comparable global ERP platform.
• Additional European language skills.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical accounting expertise in US GAAP, statutory reporting, and multinational consolidations.
• Deep understanding of internal controls, SOX compliance, and corporate governance.
• Experience managing outsourced accounting, payroll, and shared-service providers.
• Strong project management and process improvement capabilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth international environment.
• Fluent English communication skills.

WHY TANDEM

At Tandem Diabetes Care, you'll join a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with diabetes. We believe innovation happens when diverse perspectives come together, and we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees can grow, contribute, and thrive.

Together, we create new possibilities for diabetes care.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:
At Tandem, we believe joy fuels excellence. That's why we've built a workplace that celebrates your achievements and  supports your well-being. Our team thrives on pushing boundaries and fostering growth, all while maintaining a spirit of fun and camaraderie.  This is just one of the ways we stay awesome!

BE YOU, WITH US!

We embrace the value that every single one of us brings to the table.  But sometimes we forget that when we don’t meet 100% of a job description’s criteria – maybe you’re feeling that way right now? We encourage you to apply anyway.  Because we want you to be you, with us. 

Tandem is firmly committed to being an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.  We are an inclusive organization, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates.  Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone. 

REFERRALS:
We love a good referral! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this position, please share! 

Make a move that matters. Join Tandem Diabetes Care, where we're turning challenges into triumphs every day and where your talents will help shape a healthier, happier tomorrow.