Senior Treasury Accountant at 100%
- 12 November 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Genève
About the job
The Financial Directorate (DFIN) is responsible for implementing the financial policy of the City of Geneva, coordinating cross-functional financial processes, and supporting the Administrative Council and the Municipal Administration in financial matters. To strengthen our Treasury team, we are looking for a:
Senior Treasury Accountant at 100%
Your mission and responsibilities
- Ensure the daily accounting of bank transactions for the City’s various accounts.
- Perform reconciliations of suspense accounts (card payments, fund transfers, etc.), analyse discrepancies, and guarantee the reliability of financial data.
- Monitor short- and long-term loans, ensure payment of instalments, and contribute to the preparation of the debt budget.
- Update cash flow forecasts to anticipate financing needs and make proposals to ensure the City of Geneva’s ability to meet its financial commitments.
- Participate in monthly and annual closings by contributing to the production of financial statements and debt-related indicators.
- Contribute to continuous improvement, process standardisation, and automation of financial activities.
- Manage administrative aspects related to bank accounts, financial contracts, and credit cards according to internal guidelines.
- Support municipal services on treasury-related matters and provide technical assistance on business tools.
Your profile
- Holder of a Bachelor’s degree in business economics or an equivalent qualification.
- Proven experience of at least 5 years in treasury operations management.
- Proficient in common IT tools (MS Office). Knowledge of an accounting ERP is an asset.
- Excellent knowledge of accounting standards, ideally in-depth knowledge of the MCH2 chart of accounts.
- Very good understanding of online payment solutions and digital collection flows.
- Good knowledge of the main financial market mechanisms.
- Structured, rigorous, and methodical mindset with a strong ability to manage work autonomously and collaborate effectively.
As part of its gender equality policy, the City of Geneva wishes to promote diversity in all administrative services.
Conditions and application procedure
Application deadline: 03.12.2026
Start date: 01.05.2027
Job classification: Class I of the salary scale
Application file
The application file must include the following: cover letter; detailed curriculum vitae or, failing that, completed "Job Application" form (available for download on our website); copies of diplomas and work certificates; recent photo (passport size).
In its commitment to combat unemployment, the city encourages applications from the Cantonal Employment Office.
Application follow-up
In the City of Geneva, the recruitment process is decentralised. This means that each service or department is responsible for following up applications for the positions it offers. A receipt will be sent to candidates.
Employment conditions
Employees of the City of Geneva must reside within the authorised residential area and hold a valid work permit or authorisation.
More information on the working conditions of the City of Geneva: https://www.geneve.ch/emploi
- Ensure the daily accounting of bank transactions for the City’s various accounts.
- Perform reconciliations of suspense accounts (card payments, fund transfers, etc.), analyse discrepancies, and guarantee the reliability of financial data.
- Monitor short- and long-term loans, ensure payment of instalments, and contribute to the preparation of the debt budget.
- Update cash flow forecasts to anticipate financing needs and make proposals to ensure the City of Geneva’s ability to meet its financial commitments.
- Participate in monthly and annual closings by contributing to the production of financial statements and debt-related indicators.
- Contribute to continuous improvement, process standardisation, and automation of financial activities.
- Manage administrative aspects related to bank accounts, financial contracts, and credit cards according to internal guidelines.
- Support municipal services on treasury-related matters and provide technical assistance on business tools.
Your profile
- Holder of a Bachelor’s degree in business economics or an equivalent qualification.
- Proven experience of at least 5 years in treasury operations management.
- Proficient in common IT tools (MS Office). Knowledge of an accounting ERP is an asset.
- Excellent knowledge of accounting standards, ideally in-depth knowledge of the MCH2 chart of accounts.
- Very good understanding of online payment solutions and digital collection flows.
- Good knowledge of the main financial market mechanisms.
- Structured, rigorous, and methodical mindset with a strong ability to manage work autonomously and collaborate effectively.
As part of its gender equality policy, the City of Geneva wishes to promote diversity in all administrative services.
Conditions and application procedure
Application deadline: 03.12.2026
Start date: 01.05.2027
Job classification: Class I of the salary scale
Application file
The application file must include the following: cover letter; detailed curriculum vitae or, failing that, completed "Job Application" form (available for download on our website); copies of diplomas and work certificates; recent photo (passport size).
In its commitment to combat unemployment, the city encourages applications from the Cantonal Employment Office.
Application follow-up
In the City of Geneva, the recruitment process is decentralised. This means that each service or department is responsible for following up applications for the positions it offers. A receipt will be sent to candidates.
Employment conditions
Employees of the City of Geneva must reside within the authorised residential area and hold a valid work permit or authorisation.
More information on the working conditions of the City of Geneva: https://www.geneve.ch/emploi
