Accountant 80 - 100%

Location:

• Basel, BS, CH, 4030Flexible Work Arrangement: Onsite
• Job Category: Finance
• Career Level: Professional
• Requisition Id: 6182Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form.
• From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to over 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide.
• Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Government Services, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing.
• Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight.
• The artisans of aviation.
• The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life.
• In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes.
• Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary

As a Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for the accounting activities of one or more Jet Aviation entities within the Shared Services Accounting team. Working closely with colleagues across Finance, you will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting while contributing to efficient accounting processes and supporting business objectives.

Your Role

Manage Accounts: handle general accounting tasks, including preparing and reconciling financial statements and VAT declarations.

Closing Activities: Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings in accordance with US GAAP standards.

Reporting & Analysis: Prepare, record, analyze, and report financial data, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of accounting records.

Ensure Compliance: Maintain accurate records and verify transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting policies.

Accounts Payable: Record accounts payable transactions, including employee expense reports.

Support Audits: Assist in internal and external audits and contribute to various projects as needed.

Stakeholder Communication: Engage with internal and external stakeholders to address all financial accounting-related matters.

What We Offer

An exciting and challenging role in a dynamic environment Various opportunities for professional and personal development Chance to work on exciting, high-profile projects A motivated and cheerful team that looks forward to working with you Our events are great! We also have lots of fun together outside of working hoursFlexible

Work Environment

• After completing the probation period, employees have the opportunity to work from home for up to two days per week, depending on business and team requirements.
• Your Profile
• Commercial accounting education and 2-5 years of experience in a similar role within an international environment
• Knowledge in US GAAP, with a deep understanding of accounting and reporting processes
• Knowledge in Dutch accounting is a plus
• Fluent English skills, German or French language skills are a plus
• Proficient in MS Office and strong SAP experience
• Results-driven and customer-focus, with high personal accountability and strong business and financial acumen
• If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application in English.