Position Overview

• Highly skilled and motivated local accountant within our finance team.
• As a local accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial data, compliance with local accounting regulations, and contributing to the overall success of our company's financial operations.
• The local accountant is involved in the general accounting activities, analyses, controlling partnership and the support of effective internal controls respecting the locally accepted accounting principles, and Group Standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for closings, financial statements & tax returns.
• Manage and oversee the day-to-day accounting activities for the local entity, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, tax returns and financial reporting.
• Ensure that all the reporting deadlines are met according to global closing calendar with respect to P&L and Balance Sheet.
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with AXA Group Financial standards.
• Ensure the preparation and analysis of financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Participate in internal audits.
• Lead the external audits and provide necessary documentation and support as required.
• Contribute to process improvements and the implementation of best practices in accounting and financial reporting.
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Be the subject matter expert with regards to technical accounting topics within the jurisdiction and provide insights and advice to wider finance function.
• Team management/coordination and mentoring may be required.
• Ability to work with and communicate effectively with senior leadership team.
• Ad hoc projects or tasks as required.

Your Profile
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on local accounting practices and regulations in Switzerland
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; advanced knowledge of MS Office tools…
• Strong understanding of local tax laws, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced

About AXA
As a world-leading insurance company, we act for human progress by protecting what matters. With 153,000 employees in 54 countries working with 105 million customers, we’ve created a truly dynamic and vibrant community. Inclusion and diversity link closely with our values, and together we’re nurturing a culture of
respect, for each other, for our customers and the communities around us. Join AXA and you’ll feel like you belong, are included and can thrive. You’ll be able to shape the way you work and truly grow your potential as you seek out new opportunities, push boundaries and benefit people in critical moments of their lives. This is your chance to build the tomorrow you want. Know you can.

About the Entity

• State-of-the-art Data Technology to drive customer experience
• State-of-the-art Procurement & Sourcing to drive efficiency and better manage risks
• High-Performing Global Team for stronger partnerships with AXA entities

What We Offer