BASEL OFFICE - Senior Accountant

About the job

Viking (NYSE: VIK) is a global leader in experiential travel with a fleet of more than 100 ships, exploring 21 rivers, five oceans and all seven continents. Designed for curious travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Executive Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences For The Thinking Person™. Viking has more than 450 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers and #1 for Oceans five years in a row by Condé Nast Traveler in the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a “World’s Best” by Travel + Leisure—no other travel company has simultaneously received such honors by both publications.

Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland or in possession of a valid work permit.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

• We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to oversee key accounting functions, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support ongoing compliance initiatives.

• As a key member of the Accounting team, the Senior Accountant will help ensure the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions accurately.

• Reporting to the Senior Manager Accounting, this is a 12-month fixed-term position starting in October 2026 to cover maternity leave. There may be an opportunity to extend the contract or transition into a permanent role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will oversee general ledger activities and ensure accurate and timeline month-end and year end close processes. (E.G. via journal entry preparation and review, Monthly accrual processes on complex areas, complex account reconciliation preparation and analysis, etc.)

• You will prepare reports, memos and supporting schedules periodically by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information in accordance with the monthly close schedule

• You will assist with analyzing financial results monthly, and report on variances to prior periods and to budget/forecast

• You will be responsible for maintaining and verifying the accuracy of the general ledger

• You will research accounting issues and propose appropriate accounting treatment, including writing of internal accounting memos

• You will assist in documentation and monitoring of internal controls, and implementing process improvements

• You will liaise with both Internal and External audit teams, including preparing supporting documentation and SOX compliant walkthrough documentation

• You will assist with quarterly reports, analyzing and correcting discrepancies in our ERP system

• You will collaborate cross-functionally with other Viking business stakeholders, helping business decision making by preparing cost and profitability analyses on a requested basis

• You will aid with the User Acceptance Testing and future developments of the ERP and reporting systems, with a focus on automation

• You will supervise, mentor and develop more junior members of the team, and you will provide guidance and assistance where required

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of accounting theory (IFRS a plus).

• 4+ years accounting/finance experience; CPA or ACCA qualification is preferred.

• Previous experience working in an audit company or SOX compliance environment would be a bonus

• Excellent English skills, both verbally and in written

• Highly detail-oriented and organized in work

• Ability to meet assigned deadlines

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Excel proficiency is a must

EDUCATION

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Management, and an Accounting qualification such as CPA or ACCA certification is preferred.

NICE TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a publicly listed company is an advantage.

• Experience with D365 or OneStream would be advantageous.

CULTURE & BENEFITS

• Fast-growing and dynamic environment, a modern workspace, flexible working hours.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply via our website www.vikingcareers.com, including your CV in English and a one-page cover letter to introduce yourself and your interest for the role.

*Unsolicited submissions of candidates from agencies will not be considered*