Accountant Officer

Company Description

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and automotive industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.2 billion in 2023.

The Accountant Officer - Invoicing is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant customer invoicing. The role supports cash flow, revenue recognition, and financial reporting by managing billing processes, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining proper accounting records.

• Prepare, generate, and issue customer invoices in accordance with contracts, purchase orders, and company policies
• Verify pricing, quantities, taxes, discounts, and payment terms before invoicing
• Ensure invoices are issued on time and in the correct format (paper, electronic, EDI, etc.)
• Maintain invoice numbering, tracking, and archiving

• Record issued invoices in the accounting system
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and VAT/tax regulations
• Reconcile invoicing data with sales orders, delivery notes, and contracts
• Support month-end closing related to revenue and accounts receivable

• Respond to customer inquiries related to invoices
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies and disputes
• Coordinate with Sales, Operations, and Customer Service to validate billing data

• Prepare invoicing and revenue reports (issued invoices, pending invoices, credit notes)
• Monitor unbilled revenue and invoicing backlogs
• Support cash collection by providing accurate billing data to the AR team

• Ensure invoices meet legal and tax requirements
• Maintain proper audit trail and documentation
• Support internal and external audits related to invoicing

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 2-5 years of experience in accounting or invoicing roles
• Strong knowledge of invoicing, VAT, and basic accounting principles
• Experience with ERP or accounting software (SAP)
• Proficiency in Excel

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work under deadlines
• Good communication skills with internal teams and customers
• Problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Confidentiality and integrity

• Undertake such additional duties which may from time to time be required.
• Work overtime when needed in after Working time or weekend.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.