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Accountant (m/f/d) - Temporary (8 Months)

International Interim Home Office View Job Description
This temporary Accountant role supports international Travel Retail finance operations, covering month-end close, costing, intercompany processes, and statutory reporting in a global environment.It offers hands-on exposure to US and PRC GAAP, SAP-based finance processes, and close collaboration within an international finance team based in Central Switzerland.

Added 22/04/2026

  • International exposure & impact
  • Attractive work setup & culture

About Our Client

Our client is a globally operating organization with a strong international footprint and a diversified portfolio of premium consumer products. The company runs a central finance and supply chain hub in Switzerland and is known for its dynamic, fast‑paced environment, high quality standards, and strong focus on collaboration, sustainability, and professional development.

Job Description

  • Support month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, reporting, and reconciliations
  • Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
  • Support Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes, including intercompany invoicing
  • Assist with factoring, netting, treasury, and cash management activities
  • Support fixed asset accounting and lease accounting
  • Contribute to statutory reporting, SOX controls, and audit processes
  • Ensure compliance with US GAAP and PRC GAAP requirements
  • Work with SAP across core finance and accounting processes
  • Collaborate closely with the international finance team
  • Actively contribute to process improvements and operational efficiencies

The Successful Applicant

  • Academic background in finance, accounting, or a related discipline
  • Several years of professional experience in a senior accounting function within an international organization
  • Proven hands-on exposure to core accounting activities, particularly in general ledger and end‑to‑end finance processes
  • Practical experience with manufacturing or product-related cost accounting
  • Confident working knowledge of both US accounting standards and Chinese local GAAP
  • Strong user experience with SAP in a complex finance environment
  • Professional fluency in English; additional language skills such as Mandarin are a clear advantage
  • Experience gained in a large audit firm and/or a professional accounting qualification is beneficial
  • Able to work autonomously while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail
  • Comfortable managing workloads in dynamic, deadline-driven environments

What's on Offer

  • An opportunity to join a globally oriented organization with a strong international footprint
  • Exposure to a high‑impact finance role within a complex, multinational operating environment
  • A collaborative and professional workplace that encourages knowledge sharing and personal development
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JN-042026-7000788

Job summary

Job Function
Accounting, Audit & Advisory, Tax and Treasury
Specialisation
Accountant/Bookkeeper
Industry
Retail
Location
International
Contract Type
Interim
Job Reference
JN-042026-7000788
Job Nature
Home Office

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