Senior Accountant, Finance (temporary role)

South Pole is an energetic, global company offering comprehensive sustainability solutions and services. With offices spanning all continents across the globe, we strive to create a sustainable society and economy that positively impacts our climate, ecosystems and developing communities. With our solutions, we inspire and enable our customers to create value from sustainability-related activities.

Our Corporate Functions team is the “enablement engine” of South Pole. Behind the scenes, we provide the business with world-class solutions and best practices that sustain business growth and success. We cover key areas such as Finance, HR, Office Management, Legal, IT, Operations, etc.

We are currently seeking a smart, ambitious, and dynamic finance professional to join our team for a 7-month temporary contract. If you have a strong passion to make a real difference in the fight against climate change, the below position may be right for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage general ledger tasks for entities.

• Preparation of weekly and monthly bank balances files and cash flow forecasting.

• Perform bookkeeping, reconciliation of accounts, and verification of financial data.

• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities to ensure timely financial reporting.

• Reconcile Intercompany accounts.

• Administer accounts receivables process.

• Collaboration in the cash collection process.

• Prepare and submit VAT and tax declarations.

• Contribute to the preparation of monthly management reports with key financial insights.

• Expense Management: Oversee the expense claims and credit card processes,ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.

• Credit Card Management: Supervise the credit card application process for the global company, including coordination with relevant departments and stakeholders.

• Support the finance team with additional responsibilities as assigned by the Finance Manager or Head of Region.

• Support the external bookkeepers and the auditors with various requests relating to the financial accounts.

Qualifications & Experience

• Educational Background: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in an international or Swiss-based company.

• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of IFRS, Swiss GAAP is a plus , VAT regulations, and accounting principles.

• Tools & Systems: Proficiency in ERP systems (Abacus, D365, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.

• Languages: Fluency in English is required.

• Soft Skills: Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

What we offer:

At South Pole, we care about our employees as much as we care about the planet. South Pole is not just an employer, we are a Team. South Pole does not just offer people a job, we offer you a career. By joining our team, you will find strong purpose and deep meaning in everything you do. You will have the chance to make a real difference for our clients and for the planet, working alongside a passionate team of like-minded colleagues, while building your knowledge/skills and developing your career in a fun, dynamic, international and fast-growing organisation. 

We’re a planet of 7.5 billion unique and different people. We all have a contribution to make and South Pole is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status or disability. Our recruitment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.