Accountant (m/f/d)

Freelance/temporary employment for a project
Zurich
Start date: asap
Reference number: 776908/1
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Responsibilities

  • Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded 
  • Supports the management of the general ledger (including cash accounting) and supports the management of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable process (including dunning process)
  • Support month-end and year-end close process and keep B/S and P/L accounts current and up to date according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines, according to Swiss OR and IFRS
  • Supports the management of fixed asset accounting
  • Supports the Value-Added Tax (VAT) reporting for Swiss entities and supports the accounting for the Swiss entities
  • Assist with reviewing of international expenses and the respective software tool,
  • Assist other accountants, support and perform monthly closing activities for Swiss entities, including accruals and other adjustments 
  • Provide support during audit engagements
  • Physical mail/inbox admin and distribution
  • Preparation of payment runs for all subsidiaries
  • Assist and supports with other accounting projects

Profile

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or commercial apprenticeship in Accounting with solid experience
  • Proven work experience in accounts receivable/accounts payable accounting and general ledger accounting
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and respective laws, incl. Swiss Code of Obligations and ideally IFRS
  • Familiarity with ERP systems, particularly SAP (FI/CO) and/or Abacus, and advanced Excel skills
  • Excellent analytical skills along with the ability to create and present detailed reports
  • Proactive and adaptable, capable of thriving in a fast-paced and dynamic setting
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team, demonstrating a dedicated and results-driven approach
  • Self-motivated and collaborative
  • High standard of confidentiality

Benefits

  • Exciting environment
  • Support from Hays during the entire recruitment process

About Hays

With over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and chemical industry as well as in biotechnology and medical engineering, we know the key contacts at companies that are recruiting for challenging jobs with real potential. The current high demand for staff has opened up exciting opportunities for dedicated experts who want to develop professionally and to further their careers. As recruitment specialists with an international network of contacts, we can offer you decisive advantages – completely free of charge. Register with us and reap the benefits of interesting job offers that match your skills and experience.

Staffing process for freelance specialists

  1. Analysis of qualifications
  2. Telephone or personal interview
  3. Contact with customers
  4. Contract with Hays
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  2. 1. Analysis of qualifications

    We carry out a detailed analysis of your technical qualifications on the basis of your CV, your application documents and your profile.

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Contact at Hays

+41 44 225 50 00
Reference number : 776908/1
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