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MOSCOT NYC Since 1915; Lugano; Vor Ort; CHF 20.000 - 31.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

MOSCOT NYC Since 1915 is seeking a Junior Accounting Specialist intern in Lugano, Switzerland. The role supports the finance function within a high-end, international luxury fashion environment, ensuring accurate accounting and fiscal compliance.

You will assist with day-to-day accounting, monthly closings, VAT and tax processes, and the preparation of financial statements, while collaborating with cross-functional teams across borders.

Qualifikationen

• Solid knowledge of general accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Experience in international, structured, or consulting environments is valued.
• Fluent English is required.

Aufgaben

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities in line with corporate standards and local regulations.
• Manage customer and supplier accounting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes.
• Ensure full compliance with VAT, withholding taxes and fiscal obligations.
• Contribute to the preparation and review of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Verify, record and reconcile supplier invoices and banking transactions.
• Perform accounting controls and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Handle VAT settlements and withholding tax processes.
• Execute national and international payments, including foreign currency transactions.
• Ensure correct accounting treatment of purchases and revenues.
• Contact customers via phone and mail to collect delinquent accounts.
• Review credit applications, establish credit limits, and assess risk.
• Investigate and resolve billing issues, discrepancies, and customer disputes.

Kenntnisse

Accounting principles

Tax regulations

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Ausbildung

Technical Accounting High School Diploma

Degree in Economics or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP Business One

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

JUNIOR ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - Stage-

Role Purpose

The Accounting Specialist will join MOSCOT, contributing to the finance function as a trusted business partner and supporting the organization through accurate, timely and compliant accounting activities.

The role operates within a high-end, international Luxury Fashion environment, ensuring excellence in financial processes, administrative governance and fiscal compliance for the assigned perimeter.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities in line with corporate standards and local regulations
• Manage customer and supplier accounting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes
• Ensure full compliance with VAT, withholding taxes and fiscal obligations
• Contribute to the preparation and review of monthly and annual financial statements
• Verify, record and reconcile supplier invoices and banking transactions
• Perform accounting controls and balance sheet reconciliations
• Manage supplier payment schedules and monitor due dates
• Handle VAT settlements and withholding tax processes
• Execute national and international payments, including foreign currency transactions
• Ensure correct accounting treatment of purchases and revenues
• contact customers via phone and mail to collect delinquent accounts
• review credit applications, establishing credit limits, and assessing the risk of new and existing customers
• Investigate and resolve billing issues, discrepancies, and customer disputes.

Functional & Core Competencies

• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, tax regulations and financial reporting standards
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional and international teams
• High level of accuracy, discretion and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet strict deadlines
• Proficient use of MS Office, with advanced Excel skills
• Experience with accounting ERP systems; SAP Business One is considered a plus

Professional Experience

• 1 year of experience in accounting or administrative roles
• Background in international, structured or consulting environments is highly valued

Education

• Technical Accounting High School Diploma
• Degree in Economics, Finance or related disciplines is considered a plus

Languages

• Fluent English, both written and spoken