Client Accountant

Client Accountant

Location: Zug, Switzerland

Department: Corporate and Legal Solutions

Job Type: Permanent, Hybrid after probation

Hours: 40 hours per week (80‑100%), Monday to Friday

• Act as the interface to the accounting team as a subject matter expert in accounting, tax and payroll administration.
• Independently manage financial administration for client companies in Switzerland.
• Prepare and review financial statements and handle taxes, VAT, and payroll for clients.
• Manage the closing process and create financial reports in line with Swiss Code of Obligations (SCO).
• Prepare and review reporting packages and cash‑flow statements according to Swiss CO (IFRS & US GAAP).
• Provide guidance on transition calculations from US GAAP/IFRS to SCO.
• Collaborate closely with legal and tax advisors to ensure compliance with local legislation and corporate policies.
• Support team heads and related members in complex issues and projects beyond fiduciary services, such as cross‑departmental initiatives.
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and handle intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Stay aware of developments within client structures to identify possible commercial opportunities.
• Participate in incorporation, restructuring and liquidation projects.
• Possibility to take on the role of administrative board member / managing officer for Swiss client mandates.

• Swiss federal diploma in Accounting/Fiduciary or Fiduciary Expert.
• Proven 5–8 years of experience in Switzerland and knowledge of all aspects of the financial statements and closing process.
• Strong knowledge of SCO.
• Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP; able to prepare IFRS‑based financial statements and transition calculations to SCO.
• Fluent in English and German (spoken, written, and report writing); knowledge of French is an advantage.
• Proficient in IT tools such as MS Office, Abacus, SAP, Viewpoint, and Dr. Tax.
• Analytical, proactive, organized, and a strong team player.
• Hands‑on and eager to learn.

• Interesting and varied work in a motivated team.
• Competitive pay and compensation package.
• Opportunity to help shape internal work processes across departments.
• Opportunity to work with various external experts in accounting, tax and payroll for our international clients with a view beyond the local fiduciary industry.
• Responsibility in cross‑team customer tasks and projects.
• Opportunities for internal and external training.
• Innovative working time models and flexible working hours, including possibility to work from home.
• Minimum 5 weeks holidays (depending on education & seniority).
• Compensation of overtime (in time and/or pay).