College Alpin Beau Soleil is a unique school community in the Swiss Alps: home to 300 students aged 11-18 from 50 countries around the world and offering an unparalleled educational experience. We believe it\\\'s what you do that counts, and our students take on challenges 7 days each week, in and out of the classroom, that help them develop into young people capable of taking on the world. Curricular programmes in English and French, based around the IB Diploma, provide a foundation for academic success at universities around the world, whilst the experience of living and working with friends from all around the world sets up students as truly global citizens of the future. Everyone is an individual here, but we sum to a very special community.
OUR LOCATION
Our alpine location in the heart of Villars-sur-Ollon in Switzerland offers an enviable lifestyle with skiing on the doorstep in the winter months and a multitude of outdoor and sporting activities throughout the year. Montreux, Lausanne and Geneva are all within easy reach for cultural adventures and inspiration, but we travel across Europe and around the world too. The Beau Soleil campus is an inspiring place to work, with facilities that are second to none. Students and staff thrive in an environment of which they are proud, and which inspires us to better things every day.
YOUR PROFILE
Do you want to bring your financial expertise to a dynamic international educational institution? Look no further than Coll\\xc3\\xa8ge Alpin Beau Soleil as we are looking for an Accounting Manager, who will manage with accuracy our general ledger to ensure the utmost precision in our financial records.
As a senior member of the Finance team, you will provide your colleagues with support and your expertise. You\\\'ll work closely with the Director of Finance in the overall management of administrative, analysis, organisational and implementation duties, as well as investment projects. You\\\'ll be able to produce timely and comprehensive analyses to DoF and ensure that weekly and monthly reports are accurately submitted to the group.
Modern accounting tools will be at your disposal, enabling you to work with efficiency and effectiveness.
Join us in shaping the future of accounting, and become an integral part of a community that stands at the forefront of educational innovation.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for day-to-day General Ledger accounting
Ensure full compliance with Statutory and IFRS Standards
Plan and manage the monthly closing process with the DoF overview
Own and execute several processes such as accruals, lease/rental accounting, fixed assets, intercompany recharges, deferred income as well as income tax provisions
Issue timely and complete periodic reporting and KPI\\\'s to DoF and Group
Manage all aspects of quarterly VAT returns (CH)
Support the audit process with the internal/ external auditors
Provide support to DoF with budgets\\\' monitoring
Provide support to AP/AR finance team
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Brevet in Finance or equivalent
Fluent in both French & English (speaking, reading and writing)
Strong proficiency in Microsoft applications, particularly Excel
Prior experience with an ERP system, Navision BC is highly desirable
Understanding of reporting and consolidation software (OneStream)
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Experience
Minimum 5 years\\\' experience in a similar position
Experience of a school environment is a plus but not essential
Person Specification
Excellent communication skills, encompassing both written and oral forms
Reliability and attention to detail
Strong organizational skills, including time management and prioritization
Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
Speed and stress resistant
Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances
High energy levels and genuine enthusiasm
START DATE
February 2024 or to be agreed
HOW TO APPLY
Applications should be made via Beau Soleil recruitment website at and should contain a CV, letter of application and the details of two professional referees.
The closing date for applications is Monday 15th January 2024.
Successful short listed candidates will be contacted straight away with initial discussions conducted remotely by telephone or video call. Coll\\xc3\\xa8ge Alpin Beau Soleil is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. A police check is required prior to appointment.\\n \\n \\n \\n \\n \\n