Bern
Deputy Head of Accounts Payable
- 02 October 2026
- 80%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
About the job
The University of Bern is versatile.With us, you can expect a wide variety of topics and plenty of scope for creativity.
Deputy Head of Accounts Payable
Start of work
immediately or by arrangement
Employment
permanent
Institute / Workplace
About us - Financial Accounting (FIBU)
We ensure proper financial accounting at the University of Bern. We maintain the accounts, prepare financial statements and ensure accurate and transparent financial reporting.
Tasks
- Processing and clarification of accounts payable invoices, expenses, dunning and debt collection cases as well as other transactions
- Management of business partners and correspondence with internal and external stakeholders
- Responsibility for the further development of SAP and function as superuser
- Participation in and management of projects
- Co-responsibility for the development and delivery of training courses
Leadership tasks (as deputy)
- Professional and personnel management of the accounts payable team
- Ensuring smooth daily operations as well as the internal control system and approval processes
- Contact person for internal audits within the area of responsibility
Requirements
- Completed commercial training with further education as accounting clerk
- Several years of professional experience in financial/accounts payable accounting
- SAP experience is an advantage
- Willingness to take responsibility and lead employees in the absence of the head
- Good user knowledge of MS Office products
- Precise, independent and service-oriented working style as well as strong team skills
- Languages: German and English with good oral and written expression
Your benefits
Healthy corporate culture and good working atmosphere
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Team-oriented work
Central location in the heart of Bern
Working at the University of Bern
The University of Bern offers not only exciting tasks but also an environment that actively promotes development, diversity and equal opportunities. Discover what distinguishes us as an employer and how you can progress with us.
Application and contact
Please send your application by 16 October 2026 to Nadine Schär
Questions about the position?
Nadine Schär
nadine.schaer@unibe.ch
Tel +41 31 684 53 97
Questions about the application?
Nadine Schär
nadine.schaer@unibe.ch
Tel +41 31 684 53 97
