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Corporate Accountant

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Job ID NE02831 Primary Location London, England, United Kingdom Business Unit Pontoon Department Procurement Work ModeHybrid

The Adecco Group is the world’s leading HR solutions partner. We provide more than 700,000 people with permanent and flexible employment every day. With more than 34,000 employees in 60 countries, we transform the world of work one job at a time. Our colleagues serve more than 100,000 organisations with the talent, HR services and cutting-edge technology they need to succeed in an ever-changing global economy.  As a Fortune Global 500 company, we lead by example, creating shared value that meets social needs while driving business innovation. Our culture of inclusivity, fairness and teamwork empowers individuals and organisations, fuels economies, and builds better societies. These values resonate with our employees, who voted us number 7 on the Great Place to Work® - World’s Best Workplaces 2020 list.  We make the future work for everyone.


The Adecco Group is based in Zurich, Switzerland. Adecco Group AG is registered in Switzerland (ISIN: CH0012138605) and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN). The group is powered by eight lead brands: Adecco, Modis, Badenoch + Clark, Spring Professional, Lee Hecht Harrison, Pontoon, Adia and General Assembly.

Mission

Responsible for accounting and financial reporting for The Adecco Group AG and potentially other corporate companies located in Switzerland.


Responsibilities
  • Intercompany reconciliations and invoicing
  • Processing of Intercompany AP
  • Journal entry preparation for monthly group reporting
  • Preparation of monthly group reporting package
  • Preparation of statutory financial statements in accordance with Swiss Law
  • Responsible for other headquarter accounting tasks as needed
  • Assist/Participate in other Finance projects as needed
Travel availability
  • None
Education
  • Background in accounting (through prior work experience and/or relevant business degree)
  • Good understanding of the use and application of ERP systems (e.g. Peoplesoft) is a plus


Type of work experience

  • 2 - 3 years of experience in a similar role


Other requirements
  • Good interpersonal communication skills
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Team player
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong management skills and able to work under pressure
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to work independently
  • Working proficiency with Microsoft Excel
  • Business fluent English, German would be an advantage 

This job advert is posted by Adecco Group AG with registered address at Bellerivestrasse 30, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland.   www.adeccogroup.com


Posting date: 25-11-2020

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At the Heart: Our Customers & Each Other

Become a Pontooner. We provide innovative talent solutions that help power the prosperity of economies and shape societies, all while creating access to opportunities for our own people. With a global team spanning over 50 countries, joining Pontoon means becoming part of a diverse and inclusive organisation, partnering with some of the world's most recognisable brands.

Passion

Pontooners bring energy and excellence to our customers through deep expertise, continuous development, pride in the work we do, and genuine care for the quality of our delivery.

Better Together

Pontooners leverage our collective strengths to create unity and overcome challenges together. We work as a team to solve problems and innovate to succeed. Our commitment to building diverse and inclusive teams is reflected in our industry-leading employee satisfaction and retention.

Courage

Pontooners are empowered with unlimited access to learning platforms and development programmes, including Management Essentials and Inclusion trainings. We cultivate a growth mindset by setting strategic development goals and encouraging proactive continuous learning.

Values profile

Careers are about finding that perfect fit. How do you align with Pontoon’s Values? (1 Beginner – 10 Expert)

  • Passion Do you bring enthusiasm and positivity to work? How do you celebrate successes?
    10
  • Collaboration Do you work well with others, share ideas, support individual strengths, and aim to succeed as a collective?
    8
  • Inclusion Do you support diversity, and realise the benefits of individuality in the workplace?
    10
  • Courage Are you willing to challenge the status quo by learning, trying new things, and taking bold actions to achieve innovation?
    9
  • Customers at the Heart Can you be understanding and compassionate to customers’ and candidates’ needs? Do you value building trust with partners to foster mutual success?
    9
Traits are on a scale of 0 to 10

Perks of being a Pontooner

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Flexibility to work in the way that makes you most productive, agile, confident and insightful.

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Consistently scoring high on employee surveys for work environment, autonomy, peer relationships, and organisational fit.

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Meaningful values and a positive work environment that create lasting change in people’s lives.

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Continuous learning through mentoring, unlimited access to learning platforms, and specialised training programmes that support career development.

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Comprehensive local and regional benefits and rewards to help you focus on wellbeing, health, financial wellness, and more.

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