Senior Fiduciary Accountant – Fiduciary Expert (m / f)

Transman International Consulting; Paris; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An international financial services firm is seeking a qualified professional to manage financial administration for client companies in Switzerland. The role involves preparing financial statements, handling taxes and payroll, and communicating with various stakeholders for compliance. Ideal candidates have a Swiss federal Diploma in Accounting, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and fluency in English and German. Knowledge of French is a plus. This position offers opportunities for involvement in significant financial projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience in a Fiduciary or Audit firm environment.
• Proven experience of managing a portfolio of different clients' structures.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss Code of Obligations (SCO).

Responsabilités

• Act as an interface to the accounting team as a subject matter expert in accounting.
• Independently manage financial administration for client companies in Switzerland.
• Prepare and review financial statements and handle taxes, VAT, and payroll.

Connaissances

Accounting expertise

Financial administration

Knowledge of SCO

Fluent in English and German

Proficiency in IT tools

Formation

Swiss federal Diploma Accounting / Fiduciary

Outils

MS Office

SAP

Description du poste

For one if its Switzerland based office (Zug) , our client, an international Financial Services structure, is currently looking for a :

Responsibilities

• Acting as an interface to the accounting team as a subject matter expert in accounting / tax and payroll administration
• Independently manage financial administration for client companies in Switzerland
• Prepare & review financial statements, handle taxes, VAT, and payroll for clients
• Manage the closing process and creating financial reports in line with Swiss Code of Obligations (SCO)
• Prepare & review of reporting packages and cash flow statements according to Swiss CO (IFRS & US GAAP)
• Provide guidance / review on transition calculations from US GAAP / IFRS to SCO
• Collaborate closely with legal and tax advisors to ensure compliance with local legislation and corporate policies
• Support the team-heads and related team members in complex issues and projects beyond fiduciary services, such as cross-departmental initiatives
• Prepare / review of consolidated financial statements and handling intercompany transactions / reconciliations
• Awareness of developments taking place within client structures and to identify possible commercial opportunities
• Participate in incorporation-, restructuring-, and liquidation projects
• Possibility to take on the role of administrative board member / managing officer for Swiss client mandates

Profile

• Swiss federal Diploma Accounting / Fiduciary or Fiduciary Expert)
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience in Switzerland in a Fiduciary, or an Audit firm environment
• Proven experience of managing a portfolio of different clients' structures
• Strong knowledge of SCO
• Knowledge in IFRS & US GAAP
• Be able to prepare IFRS-based financial statements and prepare transition calculations to SCO
• Fluent in English and German (spoken, written, and report writing); knowledge of French is an advantage
• Analytical, proactive, organized, and a strong team player
• Proficient in IT tools such as MS Office, Abacus, SAP, Viewpoint, and Dr. Tax
• Hands on and eager to learn