Swatch Group Corporate Accountant

About Swatch Group

Swatch Group is a globally recognized leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of watches, jewelry, and watch components. As a vital player in the watchmaking industry, Swatch Group not only supports its own 16 renowned brands but also supplies movements and components to third-party watchmakers worldwide. The company is also a significant contributor to the development and sale of electronic systems used in watchmaking. Swatch Group is committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability, making it a distinguished employer in the luxury goods sector.

Role & Responsibilities

• Oversee the full accounting cycle for multiple retail, e-commerce, and wholesale profit centers.
• Perform month-end general ledger account reconciliations and reviews to ensure accurate monthly recognition and reporting of accruals and associated expenses.
• Prepare analysis and journal entries for multiple profit centers.
• Assist with the monthly preparation of financial reports and financial statements.
• Act as a resource during the annual audit by providing supporting documentation as requested.
• Maintain accounting controls by reviewing, preparing, and recommending policies and procedures.
• Prepare monthly P&L and Balance Sheet summaries, analyses, and roll-forwards on a monthly basis for assigned business accounts.
• Research and respond to inquiries from internal team members, management, and related parties.
• Maintain integrity of data in accounts and functional areas of responsibility.
• Work on process improvement projects as may be assigned.
• Perform special projects, as required, to assist the department and the company in achieving its goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a public or corporate accounting role.
• Proficiency with the financial system SAP.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Organized, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of GAAP principles.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong learning ability and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate or advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and high-level functions.
• Strong time management skills and ability to be both effective and efficient in work.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.

Skills

Experience

A minimum of 3-5 years in a public or corporate accounting role is required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.

Workplace

Benefits

Swatch Group offers excellent health, dental, and vision insurance, immediate 401(k) participation with a generous employer match, company-paid life insurance and long-term disability, 18 days of PTO per year, a special bucket of sick time, and employee product discounts.

Culture

Swatch Group fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, committed to environmental sustainability and continuous innovation. The company values its employees' contributions and encourages professional growth and development within a collaborative and dynamic environment.

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