Senior Accountant - Swiss GAAP, VAT & Process Optimization

Batgroup; Pully; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Batgroup, based in Switzerland, seeks a dedicated Accountant to join its Finance team. You will manage day-to-day accounting tasks, ensure the accuracy of financial records, and support broader financial operations as the company grows.

You will handle the general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close, while aiding Swiss VAT compliance and reporting. Strong analytical skills and autonomy are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Brevet Fédéral de spécialiste en finance et comptabilité (in progress or completed), or CFC d'employé(e) de commerce with a strong accounting focus.
• 5 to 10 years of proven experience as an Accountant in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of Swiss accounting principles (Swiss OR).
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with modern ERP systems or accounting software (BI a plus).
• Fluency in French and English is required (both written and spoken). German is a strong asset.

Aufgaben

• General Ledger Management: Maintain up-to-date general ledger entries, ensuring all financial transactions are properly recorded.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Oversee processing of supplier invoices, expense reports, and customer billing. Ensure timely payments.
• Reconciliations: Perform regular bank, credit card, and intercompany reconciliations to ensure financial data integrity.
• Month-End & Year-End Close: Assist the Finance Manager with the month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals, prepayments, and standard journal entries.
• Taxes & Compliance: Assist in the preparation and filing of Swiss VAT returns and ensure compliance with local tax regulations and Swiss accounting standards (Code des obligations).
• Reporting: Support the preparation of monthly financial statements, management reports, and ad-hoc financial analysis.
• Process Optimization: Continuously look for ways to improve, automate, and streamline accounting processes and internal controls.

Kenntnisse

Accounting

French fluency

English fluency

German asset

Excel proficiency

ERP and accounting software

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Brevet Fédéral de spécialiste en finance et comptabilité (in progress/completed)

CFC d'employé(e) de commerce with strong accounting focus

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

BI tools

Jobbeschreibung

Batgroup, based in Switzerland, seeks a dedicated Accountant to join its Finance team. You will manage day-to-day accounting tasks, ensure the accuracy of financial records, and support broader financial operations as the company grows.

You will handle the general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close, while aiding Swiss VAT compliance and reporting. Strong analytical skills and autonomy are essential.