Financial Accountant (60% - 80%)

Schellenberg Wittmer; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 80’000 - 110’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading international business law firm in Switzerland is looking to hire a skilled finance professional to join their team in Zurich. The position includes key tasks in accounts payables and receivables, general ledger activities, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have extensive experience, preferably within the legal sector. Attractive working conditions and a supportive team environment are part of the offer.

Leistungen

Comprehensive social insurance package

Attractive pension scheme

Support for health and work-life balance

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in Switzerland.
• Experience in the legal/consulting industry is a plus.
• German or English native-speaker with proficiency in the other language.

Aufgaben

• Processing invoices, managing payments, and overseeing petty cash.
• Supporting account receivables and performing bank reconciliations.
• Ensuring compliance with tax regulations.

Kenntnisse

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Accounting software

MS Excel

Jobbeschreibung

We are one of Switzerland's leading internationally oriented business law firms, and we are looking to strengthen our team by hiring a dedicated and talented

to join our Finance team in Zurich.

Reporting to our Finance and Accounting Manager in Zurich, your key tasks and responsibilities will include:

Account payables

• Processing and recording supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner;
• Managing and executing payments for invoices, ensuring all are settled within agreed terms;
• Overseeing and recording petty cash transactions, maintaining accurate records;
• Generating monthly account statements to the attention of internal departments;
• Reviewing and entering credit card expenses, ensuring compliance with company policies;

Accounts receivable and cash transactions

• Supporting the account receivables team co-workers when needed;
• Recording cash receipts and ensuring proper allocation to the appropriate accounts;
• Performing weekly bank reconciliations, ensuring all cash receipts are accurately booked;
• Preparing accruals and identifying any losses on debtors in preparation for closing;

General ledger activities

• Ensuring compliance with tax regulations and assist with tax fillings;
• Participating in general ledger activities and ensure accuracy of financial records;
• Assisting in the preparation for closing.

Other

• Preparing and commenting on-request reports and statistics;
• Mentor and support junior accounting staff and apprentices.

If you meet the following criteria, we’d love to hear from you:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field;
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in Switzerland;
• Experience in the legal/consulting industry is a plus;
• German or English native-speaker with a very good command of the other language (French is an asset);
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel;
• Excellent organizational and communications skills with an ability to multitask and prioritize assignments efficiently;
  • A service-oriented mindset with high standards, experience in fast-paced, deadlines-driven environment;
  • Strong attention to detail;
  • High sense of customer service and team player attitude.

What we offer:

Attractive Working Conditions– We offer you a modern working environment with a comprehensive social insurance package, an attractive pension scheme with fair cost-sharing, and a variety of benefits to support your health and work-life balance.

Team Spirit & Collegial Atmosphere– You will become part of a committed, dynamic, and supportive team characterized by mutual support and trust. We place great value on professionalism combined with a warm, respectful working relationship.

A Forward-Thinking Employer– As a leading business law firm with an international focus, we not only offer you an inspiring professional environment, but also the opportunity to actively shape your career in a firm with a strong reputation, clear values, and a sustainable outlook.

How to apply:

Maike Pohland-Grämiger, Human Resources Coordinator, looks forward to receiving your full application (CV, cover letter, work certificates and/or reference letters), by e-mail only (Write an email).

Schellenberg Wittmer

Frau Maike Pohland-Grämiger

HR Coordinator