GL Accountant with French - French/Swiss GAAP

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Job Description

Within the Finance department, the GL Accountant contributes to the maintenance of general accounting records and to the reliability of financial information by ensuring the recording, monitoring, and reconciliation of accounting transactions. He/she actively participates in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, in compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal procedures.

The role holder is responsible for the following tasks:

General accounting ( French/Swiss GAAP / IFRS)

• Record and review day‑to‑day accounting entries (revenue, payroll, overheads, bank entries, provisions, etc.)
• Ensure accounting entries comply with Group and local accounting rules
• Reconcile general ledger accounts as well as business systems with accounting records, and analyze variances
• Prepare analyses of accounts and identified variances; maintain rigorous monitoring of suspense and clearing accounts
• Monitor intercompany balances
• Prepare bank reconciliations

Monthly / quarterly / annual closing activities

• Prepare account reconciliations and audit support documentation
• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and to consolidation reporting
• Update financial dashboards and reporting tools
• Prepare accounts in compliance with local accounting standards and liaise with auditors

Administrative and tax management, reporting

• Organize aged balance review meetings; monitor customer accounts in coordination with the Sales department
• Prepare, monitor, and file external tax returns (Corporate Income Tax, VAT, Pillar 2) and internal reporting requirements (specific internal reports, transfer pricing)
• Monitor accounting entries related to the pension fund (IAS 19)
• Ensure archiving of accounting documents in line with internal and legal requirements

Ad hoc activities:

• Participates in the creation / update of Finance Standard Operating Procedures used by the SSC operational teams.
• Participates in project work (e.g. lean & optimization topics).
• Participates to functional & cross-functional meetings (when required) and shares feedback and regular contact with functional finance team

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, IFRS, and Swiss accounting standards
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP is an advantage)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and reliability
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage priorities
• Analytical mindset; discretion and respect for confidentiality
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team

Education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in general accounting or within an accounting firm
• Languages: French and English B2+; German is a plus

Additional Information

What’s in it for you:

• The company will provide continuous support and guidance throughout your work;
• Hybrid work model.