Junior Accountant

Client:

A highly regarded, long-established single-family office based in the heart of Geneva is offering a junior accountant the opportunity to join its dynamic and collaborative team on an initial 6-month contract, with a strong potential for a permanent position. A company that Finders know well, thereby able to explain the culture to any potentially suitable applicant, ensuring application in good hands.

Position:

Joining a busy, small team and working closely with more experienced accountants, reporting to the chief accountant. Responsibilities to include:

• Bookkeeping for multiple entities and bank accounts -including bank transactions, intercompany entries, investment and FX revaluations, accruals and prepayments
• Review invoices and expenses; coordinate payments with Treasury
• Monthly and quarterly reconciliations (bank and balance sheet)
• Assist with management accounts and funding requests
• Support annual budget preparation and year-end closing
• Maintain accounting, banking, and administrative records
• Respond to ad hoc analysis and requests as needed

Profile

• Accountancy certification
• 1-2 years of experience in an accounting role
• Proven experience in full-cycle accounting, including preparation of journal entries and accruals - beyond basic data input
• Excellent attention to detail is essential
• Conscientious and reliable; used to working in a serious manner
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and prior experience of accounting systems
• Fluent in French or English, with strong proficiency in the other
• Already living and working in the Geneva area (frontalier OK) with valid work permit
• Able to start ASAP for this fixed term contract (strong potential for a permanent position)