Senior Accountant Position
The role of Senior Accountant involves overseeing the accounting and tax compliance of our subsidiary in Switzerland. The ideal candidate will have advanced knowledge of local Swiss accounting and tax regulations, as well as proficiency in English and native German.
We are seeking an experienced professional who can handle various tasks, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing, trend analysis, and balance sheet reconciliation. Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and filing VAT returns, all tax returns, and annual statutory financial statements.
The Senior Accountant will also oversee internal and external communications with the tax office, banks, auditors, and consultants. Furthermore, this role requires strong organizational, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
We are looking for a team player with a positive attitude, willing to go the extra mile and help out. Self-motivation, proactivity, and the ability to work with minimal supervision are essential characteristics of the ideal candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
* Monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing of the entity based in Switzerland, including trend analysis and balance sheet reconciliation.
* Preparation and filing of VAT returns.
* Preparation and filing of all tax returns.
* Preparation of annual statutory financial statements.
* Oversee internal and external communications (tax office, banks, auditors, consultants).
* Oversee Accounts payable and check payments.
* Responsible for the controlling of the Swiss entity.
* Assist in the development of internal reporting and ad hoc analysis as required.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* 5+ years of accounting experience in a similar environment.
* German as a native language is a must.
* Professional Microsoft Excel and ERP knowledge.
* Strong Background with Swiss Local Code, Swiss GAAP standards, and US GAAP is a plus.
* High level of discipline, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while still maintaining a high level of accuracy.
* Strong written, and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
* Outstanding organizational, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills.
* Team player with a positive attitude, willing to go the extra mile and help out, sees challenges as opportunities.
* Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision.
* Management experience is a plus.
* Passion and commitment to succeed by working hard and never giving up.