Financial Control, Reporting & Accounting

About the role

This position is a key part of a boutique Swiss bank’s finance team. You will combine day‑to‑day accounting duties with full responsibility for financial control and regulatory reporting, working closely with the Head of Finance & Risk.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger, accounts payable/receivable and oversee monthly closings.
• Prepare statutory financial statements in line with Swiss banking standards.
• Produce and submit regulatory reports to FINMA and the Swiss National Bank (SNB), including mandatory FIRE‑based SNB reporting.
• Support external and internal audits and prepare related documentation.
• Reconcile balance‑sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies and assist with capital/liquidity reporting.
• Monitor basic treasury activities and contribute to process improvements.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external service providers as needed.

Required profile

• 5–10 years of accounting experience within a Swiss bank (Category 4 or 5 preferred).
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; Swiss certification is a plus.
• Proven experience preparing financial statements and regulatory reports.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss banking accounting standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Detail‑oriented, accurate and able to work autonomously in a small team.

Required skills

• FIRE system for SNB reporting.
• FINMA regulatory reporting.
• SNB reporting procedures.
• Swiss banking accounting standards.

What we offer

• Broad, hands‑on role with real ownership.
• Exposure to both accounting and regulatory reporting.
• Collaborative, close‑knit team environment.
• Stable institution with a long‑standing presence in Geneva.