Nidecker Group manages some of the best board sports brands in the world, such as Emerica, éS, Etnies, Jones, Nidecker, Thirtytwo and #YES. Located in Rolle, our office represents some of the fastest-growing brands in the board sport or snowboarding and footwear industry.
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 Payable (AP):
- Control the review, verification, and vendor invoices processing 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.
Month-End and Year-End Close:
- Reconcile AR and AP sub-ledgers to the general ledger at month-end and year-end.
- Assist with month-end and year-end 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 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.
- Working closesly with FP&A for audits to check actuals vs. forecast.
Requirements
- Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certifications like Swiss Certified Accountant (or equivalent) are a plus.
- 3–5 years of relevant experience, with a focus on both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable—ideally within a multinational or multi-subsidiary environment.
- Strong knowledge of Swiss GAAP (FER) and hands-on experience with Swiss VAT compliance.
- Previous exposure to the retail or sports industry is an asset.
- Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP tools) and strong Excel skills, especially for working with large data sets.
- Fluent in English and French; other languages such as German are a plus.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and collaborate effectively with internal teams, customers, and vendors.
- Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to solve problems independently while keeping a team-focused approach.
- High standards of integrity and professionalism when handling confidential financial information.
Benefits
- An opportunity to work with a renowned Swiss company at the forefront of innovation in sports and footwear.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment committed to sustainability and excellence.
- A dynamic and engaging work environment within the snowboarding industry.
- A diverse and challenging role with the ability to directly impact product performance on snow
- Personal Nidecker discount rate and access to B2B partner deals.
- Snow Days and Company Ride Days along with a variety of wellbeing activities, such as running days, winter ice plunge, afterworks and more!
About us
Nidecker Group oversees some of the world’s top board sports brands, including Emerica, éS, Etnies, Jones, Nidecker, Thirtytwo, and #YES. Based in Rolle, our office represents some of the fastest-growing brands in the snowboarding and footwear industries and collaborates with over 60 distributors across more than 40 countries.
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