Jaeger LeCoultre Accountant

Jaeger‑LeCoultre is a distinguished Swiss manufacture of haute horlogerie based in the Vallée de Joux and is part of the Richemont Group. The brand is renowned for technical innovation, artisanal craftsmanship and an integrated production model that brings together watchmaking, research and fine finishing under one roof.

1. Manage the general ledger and ensure accurate, timely posting of journal entries.
2. Lead month‑end and year‑end close activities, including account reconciliations and variance analysis.
3. Process and control accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions; monitor ageing and follow up on open items.
4. Maintain fixed asset register and calculate depreciation in accordance with group policy and local rules.
5. Prepare and support statutory reporting, VAT submissions and other regulatory filings relevant to Swiss operations.
6. Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to auditor queries and implementing agreed actions.
7. Produce routine management reports and key financial metrics for local and group stakeholders.
8. Contribute to the design and improvement of internal controls, accounting procedures and ERP processes.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent; professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA) advantageous.
2. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting (IFRS and/or Swiss GAAP FER).
3. Proven experience with month‑end close, reconciliations, AP/AR and fixed asset accounting.
4. High level of integrity, discretion and ability to handle confidential financial information.
5. Fluent written and spoken French; professional working knowledge of English.

1. General ledger accounting
2. Month‑end and year‑end close
3. Account reconciliations
4. VAT and statutory reporting (Swiss context)
5. Fixed asset accounting
6. IFRS
7. SAP
8. Microsoft Excel (advanced)
9. ERP experience
10. Analytical skills and attention to detail

Minimum of 3 years of hands‑on accounting experience, preferably within manufacturing, luxury goods or a multinational environment; demonstrable experience supporting audits and working with an ERP system (SAP preferred).

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent; professional accounting certification desirable.

Jaeger‑LeCoultre combines a heritage of technical excellence with a workshop culture that values precision, craftsmanship and continuous improvement. As part of the Richemont Group, the workplace blends traditional artisanal practice with international standards and cross‑functional collaboration.