Client Accountant

Finders SA; Genf; On-site; CHF 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Finders SA à Genève recherche un comptable junior anglophone pour rejoindre une équipe internationale spécialisée dans les services fiduciaires, l’administration d’entreprises et les solutions family office.

Sous la supervision du CFO et des comptables seniors, vous travaillerez sur la tenue de livres, les paiements, les clôtures mensuelles et la préparation des états financiers. Ce poste offre une formation solide et des perspectives d’évolution dans un cadre international.

Qualifications

• At least 1-3 years’ experience in accounting, audit, fiduciary/client accounting, or a similar finance role.
• Exposure to core accounting tasks such as bookkeeping, reconciliations, invoices, payments, and financial statements.
• Accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, Brevet fédéral) is an asset but not essential.
• Strong interest in developing within an international fiduciary environment.
• Detail-oriented, structured, and reliable working style.
• Good Excel skills; familiarity with accounting systems is an advantage.
• Mother-tongue or fluent in English (C1 minimum) and French (B1 minimum).
• Available for a full‑time, office‑based role to start ASAP (permanent contract; no home office).
• Valid Swiss work authorisation required; cross‑border commuters (frontalier) accepted.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day bookkeeping across a portfolio of international client structures.
• Processing invoices, payments, and accounting transactions.
• Maintaining accurate ledgers and supporting general accounting records.
• Assisting with reconciliations and month-end close processes.
• Supporting the preparation of financial statements and reporting.
• Gaining exposure to multi-entity structures and client reporting requirements.
• Liaising internally and supporting communication with clients and external stakeholders where required.

Skills

Accounting

Bookkeeping

Reconciliations

Invoices & Payments

Financial statements

Excel

Accounting systems

English & French

Education

Accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA, Brevet fédéral)

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Client

Description de l'entreprise

Our client is the Geneva office of an established international group specialising in trust services, corporate administration, and family office solutions for an international client base. The firm supports the ongoing accounting and administration of a broad range of structures, including corporate entities, holding companies, trusts, and private wealth arrangements. Super team and an award-winning trust company.

While the work is international and technically complex, the Geneva office remains a close-knit and supportive environment where professionals are carefully trained and developed over time. Junior and mid-level team members work closely with experienced accountants, trust professionals, and senior leadership, benefiting from strong day-to-day guidance and a busy and dynamic environment.

The culture is professional, client-focused, and built around accuracy, collaboration, and long-term development. It offers the stability and structure of a global organisation, combined with the accessibility and team spirit of a local office. Great central Geneva office location.

Position

Description du poste

We are looking for an English-speaking junior accountant to join this leading, well-established, global fiduciary services and trusts company in Geneva. As part of the accounting team, this role is ideal for an early-career accounting professional who is eager to deepen their technical skills within a structured, international environment. This busy role is working closely with the CFO, senior accountants and trust officers. You will receive hands-on support and training in trust accounting as well as corporate accounting, while progressively taking on more autonomy. This position offers strong progression, over time, with responsibilities evolving as your experience develops.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Day-to-day bookkeeping across a portfolio of international client structures
• Processing invoices, payments, and accounting transactions
• Maintaining accurate ledgers and supporting general accounting records
• Assisting with reconciliations and month-end close processes
• Supporting the preparation of financial statements and reporting
• Gaining exposure to multi-entity structures and client reporting requirements
• Liaising internally and supporting communication with clients and external stakeholders where required

Why Apply

This is an excellent opportunity to build solid experience in both fiduciary and corporate accounting within an international environment. You will gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of structures, strengthen your technical accounting skills, and develop confidence in reporting and month-end processes. You will be joining a supportive team that values learning and development, making this an ideal step for someone looking to grow into a more autonomous and technically strong accounting professional. A collaborative and sociable team environment, with regular team events and social activities.

Profil recherché

• At least 1-3 years’ experience in accounting, audit, fiduciary/client accounting, or a similar finance role
• Exposure to core accounting tasks such as bookkeeping, reconciliations, invoices, payments, and financial statements
• Accounting experience from fiduciary services, corporate services, trust company or family office is an advantage but not a must
• Knowledge of VAT or reporting is a plus
• Accounting qualification (or studies towards one such as ACCA, CIMA, Brevet fédéral) is an asset but not essential
• Strong interest in developing within an international fiduciary environment
• Detail-oriented, structured, and reliable working style
• Good Excel skills; familiarity with accounting systems is an advantage
• Mother-tongue or fluent in English (C1 minimum) and French (B1 minimum)
• Available for a full‑time, office‑based role to start ASAP (permanent contract; no home office)
• Valid Swiss work authorisation required; cross‑border commuters (frontalier) accepted