Accounting Manager

Manpower Switzerland; Chiasso; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower Switzerland is seeking an Accounts Manager to oversee cross-border finance operations for Swiss and Italian entities. The role combines hands-on accounting, VAT management, and banking activities across two jurisdictions.

The position involves coordinating with external advisors, managing AR/AP, and supporting monthly/annual closures from the Swiss office while liaising with the Italian unit. You will ensure VAT compliance for domestic, EU and international transactions and contribute

Qualifications

• Education in Accounting, Finance or equivalent.
• Proven experience in accounts management and VAT handling.
• Professional accounting certifications: a plus.

Responsibilities

• Daily accounting management for Swiss and Italian entities.
• Process and verify invoices with accurate documentation.
• Maintain the general ledger, customer/supplier accounts and reconciliations.

Skills

Swiss accounting

Italian accounting

External stakeholders

Banking operations

AR/AP management

Documentation & auditability

SAP/ERP

Microsoft Excel

English (B2)

Education

Accounting/Finance education

Tools

SAP/ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accounts Manager – Cross‑Border Finance Operations

Our client, an international industrial company with operations in Switzerland and Italy, is looking for an Accounts Manager to strengthen its cross‑border Finance & Accounts function. The role combines hands‑on accounting, VAT management, and banking operations across two jurisdictions. The position is hired under a Swiss employment contract, with operational involvement also from the Italian office located in the North Milan area.

What you will be doing

• Daily accounting management for Swiss and Italian entities

• Processing and verifying invoices (purchase, sales, expenses) with accurate documentation

• Maintaining the general ledger, customer/supplier accounts, and performing reconciliations

• Supporting monthly and annual closing and preparing financial data for Management

• Handling VAT and tax administration, including periodic VAT returns and reconciliations

• Ensuring correct VAT treatment for domestic, EU, and international transactions

• Coordinating with external advisors (accountants, tax consultants, auditors, authorities)

• Managing banking operations: reconciliations, authorised payments, AR/AP ageing, and follow‑ups

• Supporting the Italian Permanent Establishment from the Swiss office and liaising with local professionals

• Maintaining compliance, audit trails, and internal controls

• Supporting financial reporting and documentation requests from Management

What you bring

• Practical knowledge of Swiss and Italian accounting principles and VAT rules

• Experience working with external stakeholders (tax advisers, auditors, regulators)

• Strong banking operations skills including payments, collections, and reconciliations

• Confidence managing AR/AP and critical deadlines

• Structured, reliable approach to documentation and auditability

• Preferable knowledge of SAP/ERP and Microsoft Excel

• Minimum B2 level in English

Background

• Education in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

• Proven experience in accounts management, financial administration, VAT handling, and statutory coordination

• Professional accounting certifications: a plus

What we offer

• Dynamic and stimulating environment with cross‑border exposure

• International company with structured processes and modern operations

• Collaborative culture with direct interaction across Swiss and Italian teams

• Professional growth in a role with broad responsibilities and autonomy