Accounting Manager CDI 70% - 80%

Position Overview

This role focuses on the seamless operation of daily accounting processes, offering direct support to the Head of Accounting through operational and analytical contributions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations.
• Manage and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Ensure precise and timely statutory and tax reporting.
• Prepare VAT returns and engage with the Federal Tax Administration.
• Actively participate in the annual financial closing process.
• Compile periodic financial reports and assist in the budgeting process and its oversight.
• Support Group and Department Directors with budget-related inquiries.
• Provide backup assistance for monthly payroll processing.
• Engage in cross-functional projects.
• Lead initiatives aimed at process improvements and automation.

Qualifications and Experience

A Bachelor's degree, combined with seven years of relevant professional experience or equivalent qualifications, is essential. A Federal Diploma in Accounting is considered an advantage.

Required Skills

• Thorough understanding of financial accounting principles.
• Experience in year-end closing procedures and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with analytical accounting.
• Knowledge in payroll processing and withholding tax.
• Proficiency in office software tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Essential Soft Skills

• Exceptional organizational and prioritization abilities.
• Effective stakeholder management skills.
• Adept at conceptualizing, analyzing, and suggesting improvements.
• Capacity to meet deadlines consistently.
• A proactive and solution-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of accounting processes.
• Maintain and handle confidential and sensitive information responsibly.
• A strong team collaborator.
• Fluency in French, both written and spoken.
• Competency in English, ideally at a C1 level or above.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with grants in an academic context.
• Familiarity with managing audits.

The work commitment for this position may evolve to a range of 80-100% in the future.