Accounting Specialist 80-100% (fixed-term)

About the job

About us:

swexen – swiss energy exchange Ltd – is a leading and independent company in the field of energy services for end customers. As part of a forward-looking team that faces the challenges of the energy transition and the Energy Strategy 2050, we are looking for committed and competent employees.

We are looking for:

To strengthen our team in the Accounting & Finance Operations department, we are seeking immediately or by arrangement for a fixed-term assignment of 6 to 9 months a motivated, reliable and numbers-savvy individual.

Accounting Specialist

In this versatile role, you support the daily business of the entire financial accounting and contribute to the smooth running of our financial processes. You assist with monthly and annual financial statements according to OR, reconciliations, administrative tasks as well as the continuous optimisation of processes and work closely with various stakeholders.

Your mission:

With your structured and reliable working style, you ensure correct, timely and efficient processing of financial accounting. You support the team in all areas of finance and accounting, ensure compliance with accounting standards and contribute to the continuous development of our processes.

Your area of responsibility:

• Independent management of accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger accounting
• Execution and monitoring of weekly payment and dunning runs
• Participation in monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements according to OR
• Support in the preparation and distribution of VAT returns
• Support of the Accounting & Finance Operations management in operational and technical financial matters
• Contact person for internal and external stakeholders on accounting and finance-related issues
• Participation in internal audits as well as in the development and assurance of the Internal Control System (ICS)
• Collaboration in cross-departmental projects and active support in the optimisation and digitalisation of financial processes

Your profile:

• Completed commercial training, ideally supplemented by further education in finance and accounting
• Several years of professional experience in financial accounting
• Good knowledge in preparing financial statements according to OR and in the area of VAT
• Proficient use of MS Office, especially Excel, and a strong affinity for digital processes and systems
• Independent, structured and reliable working style with a strong quality awareness
• Analytical thinking and the ability to quickly grasp financial contexts
• Committed, team-oriented personality with a pragmatic hands-on mentality
• High initiative and enjoyment in taking responsibility and thinking proactively
• Very good German language skills, both spoken and written

We offer you:

• A varied and responsible role with a lot of personal responsibility in a collegial and motivated team
• A modern working environment with contemporary tools and digitalised processes
• The opportunity to contribute your own ideas and actively shape the further development of our financial processes
• Exciting insights into diverse areas of financial accounting as well as participation in optimisation and digitalisation projects
• Flexible working models and the possibility to work partially from home
• A fixed-term assignment of 6 to 9 months, during which you can apply your expertise purposefully and gain valuable experience

Contact

Would you like to contribute your expertise and actively support a motivated team in the finance area? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application (cover letter, CV, work and training certificates) via our application platform.

For questions about the application process, Jill Lüscher, HR Business Partner (041 317 39 62), will be happy to assist you.

Please note that we only consider direct applications for this position.