BASEL OFFICE - Junior Accountant

Viking was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused voyages on oceans, rivers and lakes around the world. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences for The Thinking Person®.

Viking has more than 250 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler and voted at the top of its categories by Travel + Leisure. No other cruise line has ever received these same honors by both publications at the same time.

Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland or in possession of a valid work permit.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

• We are seeking a detail oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to join our finance team.

• The Junior Accountant assists in maintaining financial records, preparing reports, ensuring compliance with company controls and policies, and supports the Senior Accounting team

• This role also includes exposure to our Internal and External Audit reviews, and has some administrative tasks.

• This role is based in our Operational Headquarters in Basel, Switzerland

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will perform tasks related to general ledger accounting, such preparation and submission of journal entries into our ERP system; covering areas such as month-end accruals, prepayment releases and other general entries

• Preparation of cash and bank reconciliations, account analysis, creation of supporting schedules in line with Viking SOPs

• Assist in the preparation of monthly and yearly closings schedules in our reporting and reconciliation tool

• Assist in the weekly payment runs and treasury reporting

• Liaise directly with onboard finance team for review of onboard revenue processes.

• You will support the Senior Accountants in the preparation and reconciliation of payroll reports and payments

• Support accounts payable with filing payment packages and coding adjustments

• Assist with intercompany postings, research, and communications

• Maintain a wide variety of financial information, files and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies

• You will respond to inquiries from a wide variety of sources (e.g. employees, vendors, auditors, etc.) for the purpose of facilitating communication and/or providing guidance among several parties

• Assists in reviewing financial information for the purpose of identifying potential budget variances, compiling statistical information and conforming to established financial practices

• You will assist in preparation of quarterly and yearly audit schedules

• Perform administrative functions (mail processing, file maintenance, etc.) as assigned

• Support special projects as required and directed by the supervisor or the Finance Department

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• You bring one to three years of experience in general accounting

• Excellent English skills (written and verbal)

• Detail-oriented, highly organized and able to multi-task

• You are able to meet assigned deadlines

• Strong administrative and organizational skills

• Comfortable using Excel for day-to-day accounting functions and analysis

• Experience working with an ERP system (past experience with D365 or MXP is a bonus)

EDUCATION

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Management

NICE TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in the cruise industry

COMMUNITY & CULTURE

• Fast-growing and dynamic environment, a modern workspace, flexible working hours

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply via our website www.vikingcareers.com, including your CV in English and a one-page cover letter to introduce yourself and your interest for the role.

For more details about this position, contact us under +41 61 638 60 11

*Unsolicited submissions of candidates from agencies will not be considered*