Junior Accountant

Geneva | Permanent Position

Join an international financial services organisation as a Junior Accountant, supporting day-to-day accounting activities, reconciliations, reporting and year-end processes across a portfolio of companies and bank accounts.

Responsibilities

• Record accounting entries for various bank accounts and companies.
• Process bank transactions, intercompany transactions, investment movements and revaluations.
• Manage foreign exchange revaluations, accruals and prepayments.
• Review and control incoming invoices and expenses.
• Liaise with Treasury regarding supplier payments.
• Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with quarterly funding requests and management accounts.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and year-end closing processes.
• Assist with audit and reporting requirements where necessary.
• Maintain accurate and organised accounting and corporate administration files.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reports.
• Support the accounting team with various projects and contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes.

Requirements

• Accounting qualification, relevant accounting studies or equivalent professional experience.
• 1–2 years of experience within an accounting department or similar environment.
• Good understanding of accounting principles; knowledge of IFRS is an advantage.
• Fluent professional French and English.
• Good command of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong IT skills and ability to quickly learn and adapt to new accounting systems and software.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Reliable, proactive and able to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• Strong sense of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive financial and corporate information.
• Comfortable working in an international environment and managing multiple priorities.