Experienced Accountant – Financial Reporting & Audit Coordination

About the role

A well-established international company based in Basel is looking for an experienced accountant to take ownership of financial reporting, statutory accounting and audit coordination within a dynamic and growing business. The role offers exposure to Swiss accounting standards and a collaborative international environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, fixed assets and accruals
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in line with the Swiss Code of Obligations (OR) and Swiss GAAP FER
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and financial analyses
• Support budgeting and variance analysis
• Assist with tax and VAT matters
• Coordinate external audits and act as a key contact for auditors and authorities
• Prepare ad hoc reports and support payment processing
• Help improve accounting processes and controls

Required profile

• Commercial education (EFZ) or equivalent, with further education in finance and accounting (or currently pursuing it)
• Several years of experience in Swiss financial accounting
• Fluent German and English, written and spoken
• Independent, reliable and detail-oriented, with strong analytical skills

Required skills

• Swiss accounting regulations (OR) and Swiss GAAP FER; IFRS exposure is beneficial
• Experience with auditors and regulatory authorities is an advantage
• Good knowledge of Microsoft 365; SAP Business One and/or LucaNet is a plus