Accounting Specialist, Reporting according to IPSAS 70-100%

07 May 2026
70 – 100%
Permanent position
Villigen PSI

Job summary

Join the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI), Switzerland's largest research facility. Engage in innovative research on energy, climate, and health.

Tasks

Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Manage treasury operations and financial risk assessments.
Develop internal and external financial analyses and reporting.

Skills

Solid finance education with IFRS/IPSAS knowledge required.
Strong analytical thinking and independent working style.
Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Excel for financial management.

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About the job

The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences in Switzerland. At PSI, we conduct cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation, as well as the fundamentals of nature. Through basic and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for key questions from society, science, and business. The education of young people is a central concern of PSI. Therefore, about a quarter of our employees are postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, or apprentices. In total, PSI employs 2300 staff.

For the Accounting Section, we are looking for a

Your tasks

Participation in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, especially in the preparation of external reporting for the ETH domain
Responsibility for treasury and financial risk management
Preparation of internal and external financial analyses, reporting, and ad hoc analyses (e.g. initial fund consumption) as well as reserves
Participation in budget, multi-year, and liquidity planning
Contact person for VAT and tax matters
Assessment of complex accounting requirements according to IPSAS, especially contract evaluations
Support of special topics in construction, especially in connection with nuclear facilities
Participation in business management projects of the department
External representation of the Finance and Accounting Section

Your profile

Solid training in finance, with in-depth knowledge of IFRS/IPSAS, for example at least basic training as a certified auditor or in training as an expert in accounting and controlling
Several years of professional experience
Very good knowledge of VAT
Experience in treasury is an advantage
Analytical thinking and independent working style
Very good IT skills (SAP) and Microsoft Excel knowledge
Good knowledge of German and English

We offer

Our institute is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. In addition to systematic induction, you will benefit from individual development opportunities and our pronounced culture of continuing education. For concerns regarding the optimal balance of work and family or personal interests, we support you with modern employment conditions and facilities on site.

For professional enquiries, please contact Clemens Bischofberger, Tel. +41 56 310 40 55.

We look forward to receiving your online application for the position of Accounting Specialist, Reporting according to IPSAS (Index No. 9111-27951)

Paul Scherrer Institute Human Resources Management, Adrian Kirsch, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland

www.psi.ch