Senior Accountant - temporary 12 months

Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers' journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary

At Jet Aviation, we are offering an opportunity to elevate your career within a renowned leader in the aviation industry. For our Basel team, we seek a Senior Financial Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract in the group consolidation department.

Your role

• Financial Stewardship : Prepare, maintain, and reconcile key financial documents, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, capital expenditure reports, and VAT declarations.
• End-to-End Closings : Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings under US GAAP and Swiss GAAP, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Insightful Analysis : Support budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis to provide financial insights for strategic decisions.
• Strategic Collaboration : Partner with internal and external stakeholders, delivering top-tier financial support and driving business decisions.
• Audit Excellence : Ensure audit readiness and support internal and external audits with professionalism.

What we offer

• An exciting and challenging role in a dynamic environment
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• Work on high-profile projects
• A motivated, cheerful team
• Engaging company events and activities outside of work

Your profile

• Commercial accounting education
• Several years of experience in a similar role within an international company
• Results-driven with precision, accountability, and customer focus
• Fluent in English; German skills are a plus
• Expertise in Swiss GAAP and US GAAP
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP (R / 3, S4)

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online in English. We value diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunity, hiring based on skills and abilities without discrimination based on race, gender, age, or other protected characteristics.

Jet Aviation has been an industry leader in enabling global flight for over 50 years.

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Jet Aviation has been an industry-leading service provider enabling global flight for over 50 years.

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