Job Description

The SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics is an internationally recognized non-profit organization, dedicated to biological and biomedical data science. Its data scientists are passionate about creating knowledge and solving complex questions in many fields, from biodiversity and evolution to medicine. They provide essential databases and software platforms as well as bioinformatics expertise and services to academic, clinical, and industry groups. SIB federates the Swiss bioinformatics community of some 900 scientists, encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing. The Institute contributes to keeping Switzerland at the forefront of innovation by fostering progress in biological research and enhancing health.

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To reinforce our team in Lausanne, Switzerland, we are seeking a

Accounting Manager

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%.

How to apply

SIB is committed to ensuring and fostering diversity and equal opportunities in the workplace as well as in the scientific ecosystem. If you are interested in this challenging and highly interesting position, please submit your application including CV and letter of motivation through our online portal by clicking the "Apply" button.