We are looking for an Accounting Assistant with at least 3 years of experience in the freight forwarding sector and solid knowledge of Swiss accounting, to support the Administrative Director in the day-to-day accounting management of the Franzosini Group and its affiliated companies, with a particular focus on assisting the credit collection department.
The role is part of the Administrative Office at the Chiasso headquarters and consists primarily of supporting the Administrative Director in the day-to-day accounting management of the Franzosini Group and its affiliated companies. The selected person will also provide ongoing support to the credit collection department and will handle daily accounting entries, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations and the preparation of VAT returns in line with Swiss regulations (Swiss VAT Act), contributing to the preparation of the documentation required for periodic and annual closings in accordance with the principles of the Swiss Code of Obligations (Art. 957-963 CO). They will operate in the multilingual environment typical of an international freight forwarder with over 95 years of history.
Support to the Administrative Director: Provide daily support to the Administrative Director in accounting and administrative activities, preparing documentation, gathering and organising data, drafting internal schedules and reports and handling administrative correspondence with internal and external counterparts.
Support to credit collection: Provide ongoing support to the credit collection department, preparing documentation for reminders, monitoring the customer aging schedule, handling communication with clients on overdue positions and collaborating in the management of repayment plans.
Accounts payable, accounts receivable and daily entries: Accurately record invoices, credit and debit notes from clients and suppliers, manage the aging schedules, perform daily accounting entries and ensure correct posting on the chart of accounts in line with Swiss accounting practice.
Bank reconciliations, payments and Swiss VAT compliance: Perform periodic bank reconciliations, manage supplier payments and incoming receipts, prepare periodic VAT returns in line with Swiss regulations (Swiss VAT Act) and manage the VAT advances supporting customs declarants.
Support to periodic closings and financial statements under Swiss CO: Contribute to preparing data and documentation for monthly, quarterly and annual closings in accordance with the principles of the Swiss Code of Obligations (Art. 957-963 CO), support the drafting of the balance sheet and income statement and collaborate in the production of periodic reporting for the Administrative Director and the audit firm.
At least 3 years of experience in an accounting role within the freight forwarding, transport, logistics or customs sector (mandatory requirement)
Solid knowledge of Swiss accounting, in particular the rules of the Code of Obligations (Art. 957-963 CO) and Swiss accounting principles (mandatory requirement)
In-depth knowledge of Swiss VAT regulations (Swiss VAT Act), including the preparation of periodic VAT returns and the management of VAT advances for importers
Proficiency with the main accounting software and excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel for analysis, schedules and reporting
Mandatory proficiency in Italian, English (C1 level) and German (C1 level)
Strong precision, discretion and ability to autonomously manage multiple daily deadlines in support of the Management
Residence or willingness to relocate to Canton Ticino or the border provinces
Diploma or degree in economics, accounting or administration
Familiarity with digitalisation and electronic archiving of accounting documents
Aptitude for working in a back office team and ability to communicate clearly with both internal and external counterparts
Permanent contract with competitive remuneration
International and multilingual work environment in a company with over 95 years of history
Ergonomic workstation in an air-conditioned and well-lit office
Ongoing training in accounting and tax regulations and industry best practices
Strategic position at the Italian-Swiss border with direct access to European markets
Remuneration will be determined based on experience, technical skills and the level of autonomy in the role.