Financial Accountant (f/m/d)

About the role

Julius Baer is looking for a Financial Accountant to manage accounting activities for its domestic and international entities, contributing to the integrity and efficiency of its financial operations. The role covers financial reporting, compliance with internal controls and accounting regulations, and collaboration with Group Tax, Management Accounting, IT and Payroll.

Key responsibilities

• Manage accounting and financial reporting for Bank Julius Baer and affiliated domestic and international entities
• Prepare monthly financial statements and business reports, including VAT returns in line with local regulations
• Ensure compliance with internal control systems (ICS)
• Help implement internal and external accounting regulations, including IFRS
• Analyse balance sheet and income statement positions and prepare group (IFRS) and local statutory reporting
• Support corporate activities such as entity setup, acquisitions and liquidations
• Drive process improvements and support SAP-related initiatives (R/3, S/4HANA)
• Provide technical accounting support and troubleshooting across international teams, and take part in system and process testing for accounting applications

Required profile

• Swiss Certified Accountant or Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in financial accounting, preferably in banking or financial services
• Fluent German and English (written and spoken)
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and a collaborative, proactive approach

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of IFRS
• MS Office proficiency
• Experience with SAP R/3 or S/4HANA is an advantage