Legal Entity Accountant (US)

About the job

Are you a motivated professional looking to work in a dynamic international environment and actively shape future finance processes? Join our Financial Accounting team in Zurich and become part of a collaborative and dynamic finance organization. In this role, you will support the accounting of Vontobel Asset Management US. You will work closely with experienced finance professionals and have the opportunity to grow your expertise in an international environment.

What would your role be?

Support the accounting and monthly closing activities of the US legal entity, including journal postings, reconciliations and fixed asset accounting

Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and assist in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records

Ensure compliance with internal controls and maintain proper documentation in the relevant control systems

Collaborate closely with colleagues across Accounting, Controlling, Treasury, Tax and Compliance

Actively support the external audit process, including preparation of audit documentation and responses to audit requests

Support finance transformation projects, including SAP S/4HANA implementation and optimization

What we are looking for?

Higher education in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance, or a commercial apprenticeship with further qualifications in accounting (e.g. Swiss Federal Diploma in Finance and Accounting, Certified Fiduciary)

4-7 years of experience in accounting, ideally in an international and regulated US environment

Strong knowledge of SAP FI/CO; experience with SAP S/4HANA and P2P systems (e.g. Basware, Concur) is an advantage

Good understanding of accounting principles (IFRS, US GAAP) and their application

High level of initiative, accountability, and teamwork skills in an international environment

Structured, independent, and precise working style with a strong quality mindset

Affinity for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and a willingness to embrace AI-enabled tools and ways of working.

Fluent in German and English

What we offer?

Growth opportunities within the extended Financial Accounting team at the Zurich hub

Friendly and diverse team in an open-office environment

Access to the latest IT systems and tools to support your professional growth

Agile working environment within a culture of trust and collaboration

Option to work from home

Flat hierarchy with collaboration across all levels

Prime Zurich location with campus-style atmosphere and free lunch facilities

We are looking for talented people, not just a CV that ticks all the boxes. Even if you do not have absolutely everything we have asked for, if this role sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

Why Vontobel?

At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. As a family-owned and publicly listed company with over 2,000 professionals based in 28 locations globally and headquartered in Zurich, we’re committed to long-term thinking and sustainability.

Our diverse team values unique perspectives, and we hire individuals determined to deliver in a dynamic and changing world. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply if you’re enthusiastic about the role.

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