Our client is hiring a reliable, detail-oriented Accountant (60% part-time) to join their Swiss corporate finance team. The role covers full-cycle accounting and transactional tasks for two Swiss entities, including supplier payments, bank and ledger reconciliations, VAT reporting, and intercompany flows. Ideal for candidates who enjoy structured, process-driven environments.
Client Details
The client is a well-established international industrial group with its Swiss operations based in the Zug area. The local finance team manages two legal entities and supports both operational and group-level reporting activities within a structured, process-oriented environment.
Description
Accounting & Financial Reporting
Process supplier payments and post incoming receipts accurately and on time.
Perform month‑end bank reconciliations and support monthly close activities.
Prepare monthly AP and AR summaries and assist with group reporting requirements.
Contribute to monthly VAT return preparation and submission.
Support fixed asset register maintenance and monthly depreciation runs.
Handle ad‑hoc accounting tasks as required.
Banking
Post incoming/outgoing bank transactions (including payroll and credit cards).
Investigate and resolve misdirected or incorrect payments.
Perform weekly reconciliations of bank statements versus GL balances.
Accounts Payable
Verify and code supplier invoices; ensure correct addresses and approvals.
Ensure invoices above defined approval thresholds are escalated and documented.
Post invoices in the ERP and execute weekly payment runs.
Maintain supplier master data, update bank details, and manage new supplier set‑up.
Archive invoices, follow up on reminders, and reconcile open AP items with the GL.
Accounts Receivable
Maintain customer master data and post customer/intercompany invoices.
Monitor overdue receivables and support collections.
Reconcile AR open items and GL accounts; correct invoice errors in the system.
Inbox & Document Management
Act as primary administrator for finance‑related inboxes; file and categorize incoming invoices and correspondence.
Respond to external accounting requests and route matters to the right stakeholders.
Expense Management
Post employee expense claims and reconcile corporate card transactions.
Work with assistants to ensure expenses are coded, VAT treated and assigned to the correct cost centers.
Other duties
Prepare Swiss VAT (MWST) filings and support fixed asset reconciliations.
Run intercompany reconciliations (annual / semi‑annual).
Manage specific operational tasks such as dunning administration and card programmes where applicable.
Profile
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or part-qualified: ACCA, CIMA, Swiss diploma (Sachbearbeiter, Fachausweis))
3-5 years of practical accounting experience in a corporate finance or shared services environment
Solid understanding of Swiss tax and VAT regulations, including statutory compliance
Confident working with ERP systems (IFS or similar)
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Highly organised and accurate with strong attention to detail
Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills
Discreet and reliable with the ability to work independently
Team-oriented and comfortable collaborating with various internal stakeholders
Languages:
English: Required (working proficiency)
German: Strong plus - essential for handling supplier queries and invoice-related communication
Italian: Strong plus
Job Offer
Stable, international group with a long-standing presence and strong market reputation
Well-structured finance function with clear processes and responsibilities
Diverse and hands‑on role covering a broad range of accounting tasks
Flexible part‑time schedule (60%)
Collaborative and supportive team culture in a professional environment
Modern office location in the Zug area, easily accessible by public transport
Opportunity to use multiple languages (English, German, Italian) in a multicultural setting
Exposure to both operational accounting and group‑level reporting tasks
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