NDK General Accountant
NDK General Accountant
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Job Description
Nidecker Group manages some of the best board sports brands in the world such as Emerica S Etnies Jones Nidecker Thirtytwo and #YES. Located in Rolle our office represents some of the fastestgrowing brands in the board sport or snowboarding and footwear industry. For more information check out our website.
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated General Accountant to join our finance team in Switzerland. The role involves managing both Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) processes across multiple subsidiaries within the Nidecker Group. The successful candidate will ensure the accurate processing of customer invoices and payments (AR) as well as vendor invoices and payments (AP) working closely with internal and external stakeholders to support efficient financial operations. This position is crucial to maintaining the financial health of the organization providing essential support for cash flow management reconciliation and compliance with regulatory requirements
Tasks
Accounts Receivable (AR):
- Generate and issue customer invoices in a timely manner ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Follow up on outstanding payments manage collections and resolve customer payment issues.
- Apply customer payments to the appropriate accounts and ensure reconciliation of AR subledger with the general ledger.
- Prepare AR aging reports and assist in cash flow forecasting.
- Manage customer master data ensuring all billing and contact information is uptodate.
Accounts Payable (AP):
- Review verify and process vendor invoices across multiple subsidiaries ensuring correct coding and compliance with internal controls.
- Prepare and process payments (domestic and international) in a timely manner.
- Reconcile AP transactions to bank statements and resolve any discrepancies.
- Maintain vendor master data and ensure all records (e.g. tax information bank details) are current.
MonthEnd and YearEnd Close:
- Reconcile AR and AP subledgers to the general ledger at monthend and yearend.
- Assist with monthend and yearend financial reporting including the preparation of journal entries for AR/AP adjustments and accruals.
- Ensure all transactions are recorded in compliance with Swiss GAAP (FER) and other accounting standards.
Compliance & Reporting:
- Support VAT reporting and ensure compliance with Swiss tax laws and local regulatory requirements.
- Provide AR and AP reports to management highlighting key metrics such as aging overdue receivables and payment cycles.
- Assist with external and internal audits by preparing required documentation and supporting audit queries related to AR and AP.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Work closely with internal teams (e.g. sales purchasing and operations) to ensure alignment on invoicing payments and collections.
- Act as a key point of contact for both customers and vendors managing relationships and addressing inquiries related to invoicing payment terms and account reconciliation.
- Proactively identify opportunities to streamline AR/AP processes and implement best practices to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as Swiss Certified Accountant (or equivalent) are an advantage.
- Minimum of 35 years of accounting experience with a focus on both AR and AP ideally within a multisubsidiary or multinational environment.
- Solid knowledge of Swiss GAAP (FER) and experience in handling Swiss VAT compliance.
- Previous experience in the retail or sports industry is a plus.
- Proficient in accounting software (ERP systems such as SAP Oracle or equivalent).
- Strong Excel skills including the ability to manage and analyze large data sets.
- Fluency in English and French is required; proficiency in German or other languages is an advantage.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fastpaced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with internal teams customers and vendors.
- Highly detailoriented with strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining a teamoriented mindset.
- High level of integrity and professionalism in handling confidential financial data.
Benefits
- This is a fulltime position and is available immediately.
- This role is for an all year round scope however there is significantly higher workload during the winter peak season for sales events.
- A dynamic and engaging work environment within the snowboarding industry.
- A collaborative team culture in a beautiful Swiss location.
Employment Type
Full Time
