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At Coface, we make trade happen everyday.

Our 5,200 experts representing 80+ nationalities in 58 countries are united by a shared purpose: helping companies navigate through uncertainty by empowering them to make the right decisions and trade smarter in a complex world.

With nearly 80 years of global experience, we offer companies a full range of solutions: Trade Credit Insurance, Business Information, Debt Collection, Single Risk insurance, Surety Bonds, Factoring - all driven by a unique data patrimony, cutting-edge technology, innovation and a deep understanding of the global economy.

Joining Coface means being part of a close-knit international organization, where your ideas matter. We foster a culture of learning, collaboration and inclusion where you are given responsibilities and can see the impact of your actions.

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Job Description

Accountant GL Junior

Within the Finance department, the Junior GL Accountant contributes to the maintenance of general accounting records and to the reliability of financial information by ensuring the recording, monitoring, and reconciliation of accounting transactions. He/she actively participates in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, in compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal procedures.

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the role holder is responsible for the following tasks:

General accounting (Swiss GAAP / IFRS)

Record and review day-to-day accounting entries (revenue, payroll, overheads, bank entries, provisions, etc.)

Ensure accounting entries comply with Group and local accounting rules

Reconcile general ledger accounts as well as business systems with accounting records, and analyze variances

Prepare analyses of accounts and identified variances; maintain rigorous monitoring of suspense and clearing accounts

Monitor intercompany balances

Monthly / quarterly / annual closing activities

Prepare account reconciliations and audit support documentation

Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and to consolidation reporting

Update financial dashboards and reporting tools

Prepare accounts in compliance with local accounting standards and liaise with auditors

Administrative and tax management, reporting

Organize aged balance review meetings; monitor customer accounts in coordination with the Sales department

Prepare, monitor, and file external tax returns (Corporate Income Tax, VAT, Pillar 2) and internal reporting requirements (specific internal reports, transfer pricing)

Monitor accounting entries related to the pension fund (IAS 19)

Ensure archiving of accounting documents in line with internal and legal requirements

Compliance & internal controls

Apply internal accounting procedures and ensure compliance with Group (IFRS) and local (Swiss GAAP) standards

Prepare bank reconciliations

Contribute to process improvements and compliance with internal control requirements

Document internal controls

Shared Service Center coordination and follow-up

Prepare, monitor, and update procedures governing the work of the Shared Service Center

Ensure coordination with the Shared Service Center

Prepare manual payments

Support for any other tasks necessary for the smooth operation of the department

Qualifications

Technical skills

Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, IFRS, and local accounting standards

Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP is an advantage)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Behavioral skills

Accuracy, attention to detail, and reliability

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage priorities

Analytical mindset; discretion and respect for confidentiality

Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team

Profile sought

Education: Bachelor's degree / CFC with an accounting specialization / Federal Certificate (Brevet fédéral) in progress, or equivalent

Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience in general accounting or within an accounting firm (internships included)

Languages: French and English required; German is a plus

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