Junior Family Office Accountant

Job Description

Join an international financial services organisation in Geneva as a Junior Family Office Accountant, supporting day-to-day accounting activities, reconciliations, reporting and year-end processes across a portfolio of companies and bank accounts.

Responsibilities

• Record accounting entries for various bank accounts and companies.


• Process bank transactions, intercompany transactions, investment movements and revaluations.


• Manage foreign exchange revaluations, accruals and prepayments.


• Review and control incoming invoices and expenses.


• Liaise with Treasury regarding supplier payments.


• Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.


• Assist with quarterly funding requests and management accounts.


• Support the preparation of annual budgets and year-end closing processes.


• Assist with audit and reporting requirements where necessary.


• Maintain accurate and organised accounting and corporate administration files.


• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reports.


• Support the accounting team with various projects and contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, obtained in Switzerland or France.


• 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally within a Family Office, fiduciary, audit firm or similar financial environment.


• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.


• Excellent command of French, with a fully fluent and professional level both written and spoken.


• Very strong English skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to work confidently in an international environment.


• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas and data analysis; experience with other accounting and financial software is highly valued.


• Strong IT skills and ability to quickly learn and adapt to new accounting systems and tools.


• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail.


• Reliable, proactive and able to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.


• Strong sense of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive financial and corporate information.


• Comfortable working in an international environment and managing multiple priorities.