This position has a clear financial systems orientation, with a strong emphasis on data quality, governance, and operational support.
Client Details
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.
Core responsibilities include:
Financial systems & master data governance
Ownership and maintenance of finance master data within SAP
Ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with internal processes
Ongoing monitoring and improvement of data governance processes
Financial Systems Project Support
Support project management activities for current Financial System initiatives
Ensure plans communicated; and schedule and cost of projects derisked
Accounting support
Assistance with routine accounting activities and close process
Support to the wider finance team during the maternity cover period
Systems and process support
Acting as a hands‑on point of contact for finance systems‑related topics
Develop relationship, and with closely with, technical service provider
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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