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Senior Accountant

  • Location Zug
  • Job type Limited
  • Reference BBBH439236
  • Salary Bis zu Swiss Franc0.00 per annum
  • Discipline Accounting,
  • Posted date March 06, 2021

For our client, an international pharmaceutical company specialized in rare diseases, we are looking for a

Senior Accountant

The temporary assignment is initially planned for six months with option for prolongation, desired start-date immediately.

REPORTING: hierarchically to Finance Manager of the company (based in Baar)

MISSION

Perform regular accounting functions related to month and quarter-end close, preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules.


RESPONSIBILITIES

General Accounting

  • Perform general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements
  • Prepare, record, analyze and report accounting transactions and ensure integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with accepted accounting policies and principles
  • Conduct or assist in the documentation of accounting projects

Accounts Payable

  • Validate and prepare vendor purchase orders in adherence with Company authorization limits
  • Verify vendor invoices for goods and services on a timely basis, and respond to vendor queries
  • Maintain, analyze and reconcile accounts payable ledger accounts, financial statements, and reports

Account Receivable and Collections

  • Maintain and reconcile accounts receivable ledger accounts, financial statements, and reports
  • Produce reports of accounts that are in arrears and analyses of bad debt
  • Collect terms of payment on overdue account with corporate and individual clients

Cost Accounting and Inventory

  • Prepare, record, analyze, and report on the cost of producing the Company's products
  • Prepare, record, analyze, and report on the Company's inventory including analysis of obsolescence


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

* Bachelor's or higher degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience

  • Experience on General Accounting, Cost Accounting & Inventory, VAT, Tax, 8-10 years' experience
  • Knowledge of auditing practices and principles
  • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and principles
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with Concur, SAP, Hyperion and Microsoft PowerPoint preferred
  • Experience with multi-currency preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver quality results within a fast-paced, dynamic environment


KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS


  • Highly motivated, innovative and driven, with a "can do" mindset
  • Accurate with an attention to detail
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Able to respond to short deadlines
  • Personal and professional integrity are essential
  • Goal-oriented, with ability to plan for the long-term and execute
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to liaise cross-functionally and build consensus
  • Resourcefulness; ability to make things happen within a small-business environment
  • Ability to see the big picture while executing on tactics

Andrea Alfonsi from the Kelly Team in Basel is looking forward to receiving your application!