Accountant in Basel, Switzerland

Accountant

Location:

Basel, CH

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Job Category: Finance

Career Level: Professional

Requisition Id: 2961

Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary

We’re looking for a passionate Accountant to join our team and play a crucial role in driving our financial success. If you’re ready to take your career to new heights in a fast-paced, global environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Your role

• Manage Accounts: handle general accounting tasks, including preparing and reconciling financial statements and VAT declarations.

• Closing Activities: Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings in accordance with US GAAP standards.

• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare, record, analyze, and report financial data, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of accounting records.

• Ensure Compliance : Maintain accurate records and verify transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting policies.

• Accounts Payable: Record accounts payable transactions, including employee expense reports.

• Support Audits: Assist in internal and external audits and contribute to various projects as needed.

• Stakeholder Communication: Engage with internal and external stakeholders to address all financial accounting-related matters.

What we offer you

• An exciting and challenging role in a dynamic environment

• Various opportunities for professional and personal development

• Chance to work on exciting, high-profile projects

• A motivated and cheerful team that looks forward to working with you

• Our events are great! We also have lots of fun together outside of working hours

Your profile

• Commercial accounting education and 2-5 years of experience in a similar role within an international environment

• Strong knowledge US GAAP, with a deep understanding of accounting and reporting processes

• Fluent German and English skills, French language skills are a plus

• Proficient in MS Office and strong SAP experience

• Results-driven and customer-focus, with high personal accountability and strong business and financial acumen

If you’re ready to take on new challenges and make your mark with the power of numbers, we would like to hear from you.