GL Accountant, Geneva

We are looking for passionate candidates ready to contribute to our humanitarian mission.

Below, you will find the job details and the qualifications we are looking for.

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At MSF OCG, we are committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together to advance MSF's social mission and create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with.

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We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, background, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.

MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment. All selected candidates will undergo reference checks.

Context&mission Médecins Sans Frontières is an independent, international medical and humanitarian organization that provides care to people in need, people affected by natural or man-made disasters, and victims of armed conflict, without discrimination and without regard to race, religion, creed or political affiliation (MSF Charter).

Ensure the quality, reliability and timely execution of HQ general accounting processes, with a particular focus on intercompany and payroll‑related accounting, as well as supplier and client accounting, by strengthening operational capacity within the HQ Accounting Service.

This position supports the proper application of accounting key controls, reinforces compliance across AP, AR, intercompany and payroll cycles, and absorbs part of the workload of the HQ Accounting Coordinator and the AP Accountant. It also takes on selected HQ controlling‑related tasks, notably the execution of monthly analytical and accounting corrections, which contributes to more regular and accurate budget monitoring.

It also provides back‑up support during the absences of the AP Accountant, the Treasurer, and the HQ Accounting Coordinator.

Tasks&Responsibilities

Process and reconcile intercompany payables and receivables handled by the HQ Accounting Service, ensuring accurate entries, timely follow‑up, documentation completeness and consistency of balances across MSF entities.

Integrate decentralized HQ accounting into D365 by preparing the quarterly rebilling entries received from partner sections, ensuring alignment with budgeted figures. Feed the HQ controller’s variances analysis.

Process and monitor third‑party and staff client accounts, including billing, follow‑up of outstanding items, and regular reconciliation of balances.

Provide operational assistance to users on the invoice processing tool, ensure correct application of MSF Switzerland’s financial procedures, and offer backup support to the Accounts Payable team when required.

Record and reconcile payroll related entries for HQ and expatriate staff by reviewing HR financial data and ensuring correct and consistent posting across all salary related accounts.

Execute analytical reallocations requested by users and budget holders (e.g., cost centre corrections), adjustments between OPEX and CAPEX, and HQ hub accounting booking&corrections (e.g., activity correction).

Perform periodic controls on allocated accounting sections, maintain ICD documentation and process flowcharts related to assigned tasks, and propose improvements where relevant.

Prepare accurate reconciliations for assigned accounts (intercompany AP/AR, other AR, social liabilities, and other payroll related accounts) and contribute to the smooth completion of the annual financial closing process.

Your profile Education Experience

3 to 5 years of experience in general accounting, including exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and basic general ledger work.

Experience with intercompany accounting and reconciliations is a strong asset.

Practical experience with payroll‑related accounting (salary entries, social liabilities, reconciliations) is an advantage.

Participation in monthly or annual closings, including account reconciliations (e.g., suppliers, fixed assets, payroll‑related accounts).

Familiarity with internal control systems (ICS/SCI), including performing or documenting basic controls, is an asset.

Experience in non‑profit organizations or international environments is a plus.

Languages

English and French: full professional proficiency required (spoken and written).

German: strong asset.

Knowledge&Expertise

Solid understanding of general accounting principles, including double‑entry bookkeeping, accrual accounting, periodic reconciliations, and internal accounting controls.

Strong command of Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas.

Understanding of Swiss VAT rules a strong asset.

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operation is a strong asset.

Comfortable working in multi‑systems environments, including basic use of tools like Power BI.

Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.

Well‑organized, structured, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Strong sense of rigour, reliability, and attention to detail.

Proactive mindset with the ability to propose improvements.

Flexible, dynamic, and supportive of change initiatives.

Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure during peak periods.

Terms of employment

Full-time position 100% (40h/week)

Open-ended contract

Ideal start date: As Soon As Possible, Latest 4th of August

Gross annual salary (for 100%): from CHF 87’372.- to 100’608.- (salary commensurate with equivalent experience and internal salary grid)

Paid vacation: 25 days per year, prorate temporis, plus any Swiss public holidays falling within the contract period.

Pension plan: pension contribution covered 3/4 by MSF, 1/4 by staff member.

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