Our client, part of a global group of companies specialized in investment management and reinsurance, seeks an Accounting Allrounder for its Zurich office.

Job Description

• Control all company bank accounts; make payments, monitor receipts, manage banking relationships
• Monitor investment portfolios, ensure proper reporting, and manage relationships with investment managers
• Manage Corporate Compliance
• Manage supplier relationships
• Assume HR management and control
• Head up Internal Compliance
• Assist with Financial Reporting (optional)
• Technical Accounting
• Administrative support
• Point of contact to underwriters, third party administrators and cooperation partners in absence of Directors
• Direct reporting to CFO

General Duties

• Communicate and liaise verbally and in writing between clients & suppliers and relevant staff
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, suppliers and clients
• Readiness to take responsibility in a dynamic environment and continually improve skills

Requirements

• 4-6 years experience in both financial and technical accounting
• Experience in financial industry preferred
• Higher degree (Uni, FH) in accounting / finance
• Excellent spoken and written English and German
• Excellent IT skills, including MS office and applications
• Good interpersonal skills, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong desire and ability to work in a start-up-type environment