Financial Accountant (m-f) recruitment

Our client is a US head quartered Technology-driven Company committed to provide high quality solutions for private and business customers’ world wide. 

Our client has experienced significant growth in both revenues and profitability, constantly innovating, developing new tools and services that improve travel, both in big ways and small, and we expect it to continue growing aggressively, particularly in Europe.

Therefore and on behalf the European headquarters in Zurich (Switzerland), we are recruiting for finance professional with first working experience from related industry for the challenging role as

                                             Financial Accountant (m-f)

This is a challenging job for some one looking to work for a fast growing technology Firm, a fast-paced and fun, office with an emphasis on work-life

The Position

We are looking for a Financial Accountant to join our finance team in Zurich. He or she will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting in Europe. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong analytical skills and have a solid understanding of financial statements and strong communication skills. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation of accounting and management reporting for Europe (includes recording AP and AR, reconciliation of key accounts, recording general ledger transactions, executing payments). 

• Assist with the consolidation of the European business in accordance with US GAAP. 

• Preparation of country specific reporting and analysis to support business development.

• Assist with the preparation of quarterly management and KPI reporting. 

• Recommend and implement financial controls.

• Develop strong relationships with the finance team in US, and external clients and vendors. 

• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance. 

Education, Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting

• +2 years of related experience

• Fluent English written and spoken. German is a big plus. 

• Strong organizational, problem solving and analytical skills

• Background in US GAAP / SOX preferable

• Exhibit a high degree of intellectual curiosity and strong verbal communication skills

• May be required to travel periodically

Our client offers:

Our client offers an international and entrepreneurial work environment, where employees can and are expected to work independently, quickly take on responsibility and directly contribute to business’s growth and success. The new European headquarter is based in the center of Zurich, Switzerland, consistently ranked one of the best cities in the world for quality of living. Here, we are building a team of highly talented individuals who will, as a team, implement our growth plans for Europe.

Interested … There is much more to tell you about this great career opportunity and its responsibilities, so please be kind and contact our Consultant in Charge Mr. Awad any time on +41 44 208 3234

Your direct application is highly welcome to be sent directly to m.awad@eurolondon.ch

A first feedback on your application will follow within 48 hours