You spent many years in traditional finance and audit roles — what inspired you to leave that path and co-found Numarics?
After over 20 years in finance and auditing—working with organizations like Credit Suisse, Swiss Exchange, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Grant Thornton—I saw firsthand how old fashioned and paper-heavy many accounting processes were. I often thought, There must be a better way.
The breakthrough came when I realized digitization wasn’t just about efficiency; it was about freeing people from tedious, repetitive tasks. This inspired the creation of Numarics—fiduciary services reimagined to be digital-first, mobile-friendly, and AI-powered.
What problem were you trying to solve when you first launched Numarics, and how has that evolved over the past five years?
Initially, we wanted to solve the chaos many SMEs face with fragmented tools: invoices in one app, accounting in another, payroll via email… it was a mess. Our vision was to create a unified ecosystem that handles everything from A to Z — seamlessly.
Over the past five years, we’ve evolved into more than a tool. Today, Numarics is a business cockpit that enables entrepreneurs to focus on growth instead of admin. The goal has remained the same: radically simplify entrepreneurship.
Numarics combines traditional fiduciary services with AI — what are the biggest advantages you’ve seen for Swiss KMUs using your solution?
Time savings and peace of mind. Our clients tell us they finally feel in control — without needing to understand accounting. With real-time financial dashboards, automated bookkeeping, and proactive compliance alerts, SMEs can make faster decisions.
Plus, our hybrid model means they still have a dedicated expert behind the screen. It’s the best of both worlds: tech-driven and human-backed.
How do you ensure the technology stays both cutting-edge and compliant in a highly regulated field like accounting and administration?
We created Numarics with compliance as a top priority, not something to think about later. As a licensed audit expert, I understand how important this is. We strictly follow Swiss laws and have built Swiss GAAP and tax rules directly into our systems.
On the technology side, our dedicated AI team carefully tests every new feature, making sure we stay fast but responsible at the same time.
You highlight a culture of open communication and high expertise. What does that look like day-to-day at Numarics — especially in a hybrid setup?
For us, open communication isn’t just Teams channels and video calls. It’s a mindset. We promote radical transparency — from daily standups to regular town halls where anyone can challenge the status quo.
Our hybrid setup works because we’ve built trust and accountability into the culture. Expertise is shared, not siloed. We invest heavily in training and peer-learning, so people grow with the company, not just in it.
How do you attract and retain top talent in such a niche and evolving space?
We don’t just hire skill — we hire mindset. People who are curious, mission-driven, and want to shape the future of finance. Our promise is simple: you’ll work on meaningful problems, have autonomy, and grow fast.
Retention comes from culture — we celebrate progress, not perfection, and foster a space where people feel seen and heard. That’s powerful, especially in a hybrid world.
What has been your biggest learning as a founder scaling a business in the Swiss startup ecosystem?
Switzerland stands out for its trust, regulation, and quality, although it tends to be more cautious and less inclined toward taking risks. One key lesson I’ve learned is the importance of simultaneously developing the product while showcasing its value.
Simply being “digital” isn’t enough—you need to clearly demonstrate compliant, tangible benefits. Resilience is also essential, as driving change in this space is more of a marathon than a sprint.
What have been some unexpected challenges when building a digital ecosystem for SMEs — especially one that aims to replace multiple traditional tools?
One unexpected challenge was realizing just how much responsibility comes with offering an all-in-one solution. When you digitize and centralize a company’s financial life, you’re not just offering software — you’re becoming mission-critical. That means you carry the burden of trust. If one part of the system underperforms, it affects everything from liquidity to payroll.
We had to build with that weight in mind — ensuring stability, redundancy, and real human support. It’s not just about replacing tools. It’s about owning the outcome. That shift in mindset was key to making Numarics more than a product — it became a true partner to our clients.
Who or what has shaped who you are?
Curiosity has always been at the core of what drives me—not only about business, but about understanding people at their core. My time in traditional finance gave me structure and expertise, yet it also highlighted the constraints of the conventional approach.
The turning point for me came when I recognized I didn’t just want to analyze or evaluate—I wanted to create. That transition—from observing to building—redefined my path. From that moment on, every connection, every obstacle, and every late-night idea session has contributed to shaping me into who I am today: someone passionate about building solutions that are smarter, more intuitive, and truly centered around people.
If you could give one piece of advice to someone transitioning from corporate to startup life, what would it be?
Don’t underestimate the identity shift. In corporate, your role defines you. In startups, you define the role. You’ll wear many hats, break things, rebuild, and question yourself often — and that’s a feature, not a bug.
My advice? Remain humble, stay resourceful, and keep close to those who believe in the vision, even when the journey gets challenging. The startup world rewards action and authenticity — so bring your whole self, not your corporate persona.
Numarics recently merged with Radicant Bank. What does this mean for your clients and for the Swiss startup landscape?
This moment represents an important milestone—not just for us, but for Swiss SMEs as well. Together with radicant, we’re creating something truly unique: a digital ecosystem that connects your accounting and banking in real time. One source for everything from invoicing, accounting, document management to fully fledged banking.
It’s a step forward in simplifying entrepreneurship and a clear signal that Switzerland can take the lead in shaping the future of digital finance globally.
With this merger, Numarics has become one of the first platforms globally to combine banking and accounting. How will this influence your positioning moving forward?
We’re thrilled to be at the forefront of this innovation. While most fintechs stick to either banking or accounting, often with limited connections between the two, we’ve taken a different approach. Our vision: entrepreneurs deserve a solution that seamlessly supports their journey, rather than a collection of fragmented tools.
This integration turns our vision into reality by combining two important areas: banking and a smart operating system made for small and medium-sized businesses. It gives these businesses helpful data insights, greater convenience, and better efficiency.