Accounting Manager CDI 70% - 80%

Job description
The mission of this position is to ensure the reliable and efficient running of the day-to-day accounting processes, while providing hands-on operational and analytical support to the Head of Accounting.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day accounting operations 

Manage and reconcile balance sheet accounts 

Ensure accurate and timely statutory and tax reporting 

Prepare VAT returns and liaise with the Federal Tax Administration 

Participate actively in the annual financial closing process 

Prepare periodic financial reports and contribute to the budgeting process and its monitoring 

Support Group/Department Directors with their budget-related requests 

Provide back-up support for monthly payroll processing 

Participate in cross-functional projects 

Drive process improvements and automation initiatives

Profile requirements
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Bachelor + 7 relevant years of professional experience or equivalent qualifications (Federal Diploma in Accounting is a plus) 

REQUIRED SKILLS

Strong knowledge of financial accounting concepts 

Experience with year-end closing activities and financial reporting 

Knowledge of analytical accounting concepts 

Experience in payroll processing and withholding tax 

Excellent command of office software tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) 

REQUIRED SOFT SKILLS

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills 

Good stakeholder management skills 

Capacity to conceptualise, analyse and propose improvements 

Ability to respect deadlines 

A proactive and solution-oriented approach 

Ability to work independently and take ownership of accounting processes 

Ability to maintain and handle confidential and sensitive information 

Strong team player 

French: excellent written and spoken skills 

English: good written and spoken skills (ideally C1) 

NICE TO HAVE

Grant experience in an academic environment 

Experience with managing audits 

The work rate will evolve in the future up to potentially 80-100%.