Accounting Manager M/F

GEODIS INTERSERVICES; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 110.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

GEODIS INTERSERVICES in Switzerland seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, lead the accounting team, and ensure accuracy and compliance with financial, legal and tax regulations.

This role covers accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, VAT, month-end close, and reporting for the DACH region, with Basel or Zürich as a possible base, and requires strong communication, project management, and a solid knowledge of Swiss employment laws.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree or associate's degree in business, accounting, or finance.
• Three (3) years or more experience in related financial services.
• Professional German and English verbal and written is a must. French is a plus.
• Excellent MS Office skills and high affinity for other software and related technologies
• Structured and solution-oriented working style

Aufgaben

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll functions.
• Implement and maintain robust accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.
• Serve as cross-functional liaison between Payroll and Accounting; oversee payment run controls.
• Review and manage month-end, year-end closings and bookings.
• Oversee preparation and review of VAT declarations and tax records.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and cash collection team.
• Support accounting figures for Switzerland for the DACH cluster.

Kenntnisse

MS Office

Team leadership

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Associate in business/accounting/finance

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Accounting software

Jobbeschreibung

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial, legal and tax regulations. This role involves managing the accounting team, preparing financial statements, and supporting the financial planning process.

Key Activities / Accountabilities

• 1. Accounting Operations:
  • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll functions.
  • Implement and maintain robust accounting policies and procedures.
  • Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.
  • Serve as a cross-functional liaison between Payroll and Accounting, with responsibility for overseeing payment run controls.
  • Responsible for reviewing and managing month-end, year-end bookings and closing processes.
  • Oversee the preparation and review of VAT declarations, ensuring compliance and accuracy through regular controls.
  • Internal control maintenance and improvement
• 2. Team Management:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and cash collection team.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback.
• 3. Statutory compliance and Taxation:
  • Serve as the main contact person in the context of audits.
  • Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and filings.
  • Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date tax records.
• 4. Cash collection:
  • Reviewing the Preparation of the Cash collection
  • Handle communication with customers
  • Control the Netting of the Cash collection
• 5. Support and Reporting:
  • Support the DACH cluster organization with Accounting figures for Switzerland

Special Working Conditions

• The job position could be based in Basel or Zürich, Switzerland

Applicant's profile

PERSON PROFILE

Educational and / or Training Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor's degree or associate's degree in business, accounting, or finance
• Three (3) years or more experience in related business financial service experience (collections, credit, customer service, billing or related field)
• Professional German and English verbal and written is a must. French is a plus.
• Excellent MS Office skills and high affinity for other software and related technologies
• Structured and solution-oriented working style
• Confident demeanour and assertiveness while being service-oriented
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent communication, listening and negotiation skills at all levels
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Understanding of the Swiss Employment Laws and its translation into accounting

Working time (%)

100

Minimum level of education required

BACHELOR'S DEGREE

Legal entity

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.