Job Title: Senior Accountant
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in Switzerland. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of our financial operations.
This is not just a technical accounting position; it requires strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to support our overall objectives. You will work closely with various departments to streamline financial operations, support financial decision-making processes, and contribute to the overall financial health of the organization.
Main Responsibilities
* Assist the Head of Accounting on a daily basis and manage the team in their absence
* Complete accounting for the bank and affiliated entities within the Group
* Check and validate daily operations, including tasks such as preparing financial statements and managing accounts payable and receivable
* Establish various declarations, including IA and VAT returns
* Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing monthly accounting statements and analytical reports
* Maintain and produce dashboards for key stakeholders
* Support external and internal audits by providing necessary documentation and addressing inquiries
* Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting
Your Profile
To be successful in this role, you should have:
* A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar position in the banking sector
* Fiduciary and/or audit experience is an asset
You should also possess:
* Brevet fédéral / Bachelor or equivalent in finance and/or accounting
* Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills
* Ability to control risks and identify opportunities for improvement
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* Fluency in both French and English
* Excellent knowledge of Excel and other MS Office tools, as well as banking software such as SAP/G2