This position has a clear financial systems orientation, with a strong emphasis on data quality, governance, and operational support.
Finance Systems Accountant - 6 months
On behalf of a fast-growing, entrepreneurial organisation based in Geneva, we are supporting the search for an experienced Financial Systems Accountant to join on a short-term contract basis.
The business operates in a dynamic and evolving environment and requires a hands‑on, detail-oriented finance professional with strong financial systems expertise. The role sits within a lean finance function and will suit someone comfortable working close to the data, processes, and stakeholders.
Description
Key Focus of the Role
This position has a clear financial systems orientation, with a strong emphasis on data quality, governance, and operational support.
* Financial systems & master data governance
o Ownership and maintenance of finance master data within SAP
o Ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with internal processes
o Ongoing monitoring and improvement of data governance processes
* Financial Systems Project Support
o Support project management activities for current Financial System initiatives
o Ensure plans communicated; and schedule and cost of projects derisked
* Accounting support
o Assistance with routine accounting activities and close process
o Support to the wider finance team during the maternity cover period
* Systems and process support
o Acting as a hands‑on point of contact for finance systems-related topics
o Develop relationship, and with closely with, technical service provider
o Identifying data or process issues and constructively challenging where appropriate
Profile
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be a sharp, analytical finance professional with a strong systems mindset and the confidence to challenge and influence in a constructive manner.
Key requirements include:
* Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in finance systems / accounting roles
* Demonstrable hands-on experience with SAP (essential)
* Strong numerical and analytical capability
* Proven experience working with master data governance and data maintenance
* Inquisitive, detail-focused, and outcome-driven mindset
* Comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
* Hard‑working, hands‑on, and able to operate with limited supervision
* Immediately available or on very short notice
Personal Attributes
* Sharp intellect with a questioning mindset
* Confident challenging data, processes, and assumptions
* Practical, delivery-focused approach
* High level of professionalism and discretion
Job Offer
Working pattern: Office-based, 4-5 days per week
Contract: Short-term contract (approx. 6 months)
Start date: As soon as possible !
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