Verein Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz
Bern
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Accountant Finance
- 08 April 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Bern
Job summary
Join the Red Cross as a Finance Accountant! Make a difference while working in a supportive environment.
Tasks
- Manage financial accounting independently, including accounts payable and receivable.
- Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements according to Swiss GAAP FER.
- Oversee VAT reporting and contribute to budgeting and financial assessments.
Skills
- You need a diploma in finance and accounting or equivalent experience.
- Strong IT skills and proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
- Excellent communication in German or French, with good English skills.
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About the job
Accountant Finance
Join us in working together for a more humane world!
The Finance Department is looking for a personality as Accountant Finance 80% starting June 1, 2026 or by arrangement.
As part of a collegial team, you will independently manage financial accounting and prepare financial statements in the context of the Red Cross.
What you can achieve
- Independent management of financial accounting (accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger)
- Management of cost accounting including cost center and cost unit evaluations
- Preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements according to Swiss GAAP FER
- Responsibility for VAT returns
- Preparation of budgets and financial analyses
- Preparation of financial overview and participation in consolidation
- Contact person for financial and accounting questions
- Further development and optimization of financial processes as well as participation in finance-related topics and projects
What you bring with you
- Further education as a specialist in finance and accounting with a federal diploma or comparable further education
- Several years of professional experience in accounting with solid bookkeeping knowledge
- High IT affinity and confident handling of MS Office, especially Excel; knowledge of Business Central is an advantage
- Independent and precise working style as well as pronounced teamwork skills
- Very good German or French skills (C1/C2) as well as good knowledge of the other language (B2); English skills (B2)
What to expect from us
- Meaningful and varied field of activity with responsibility
- Collegial and appreciative working environment
- Modern office premises in a central location within walking distance of the train station
- Possibility for part-time remote work
How to join us
We look forward to receiving your complete online application (personal motivation, CV, diplomas, and work certificates) addressed to Mr. Andrea Niederberger.
We only accept direct applications.
