Accountant | Comptable

Michael Page

Vaud, Switzerland
Published Nov 27, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role offers an experienced Accountant the opportunity to join a small, collaborative team within a dynamic financial services company based in Vaud. The core responsibilities involve ensuring the accurate management and maintenance of the company's accounts, including daily entries, periodic closings, and handling both accounts payable and receivable functions. A key part of the role is preparing comprehensive financial statements, assisting with year-end and interim closings, and supporting crucial activities such as tax declarations and external audits. Furthermore, the Accountant will be responsible for preparing precise ad-hoc reports and financial analyses for senior management. This position requires a professional who is highly detail-oriented, structured, and capable of navigating the Swiss financial regulatory environment. Success in this role demands bilingual fluency in French and good working knowledge of English, combined with relevant academic qualifications in finance or accounting.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar field

Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar accounting role
  • Professional experience specifically gained within the Swiss financial or accounting sector
  • Proven ability to manage full-cycle company accounts and financial transactions

Languages

English (Intermediate)French (Fluent)

Additional

  • Prior professional experience working within Switzerland is required.