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Description de l'entreprise Client: Junior Accountant Description de l'entreprise Client: Our client is the Geneva office of an established international group specialising in trust services, corporate administration, and family office solutions for an international client base. The firm supports the ongoing accounting and administration of a broad range of structures, including corporate entities, holding companies, trusts, and private wealth arrangements. While the work is international and technically complex, the Geneva office remains a close\-knit and supportive environment where professionals are carefully trained and developed over time. Junior and mid\-level team members work closely with experienced accountants, trust professionals, and senior leadership, benefiting from strong day\-to\-day guidance and a busy and dynamic environment. The culture is professional, client\-focused, and built around accuracy, collaboration, and long\-term development. It offers the stability and structure of a global organisation, combined with the accessibility and team spirit of a local office. Great central Geneva office location. Description du poste Position: We are looking for a junior accountant to join this leading, well\-established, global fiduciary services and trusts company in Geneva. As part of the accounting team, this role is ideal for an early\-career accounting professional who is eager to deepen their technical skills within a structured, international environment. This busy role is working closely with the CFO, senior accountants and trust officers. You will receive hands\-on support and training in trust accounting as well as corporate accounting, while progressively taking on more autonomy. This position offers strong progression, over time, with responsibilities evolving as your experience develops. The position is for a CDI contract to start as soon as possible. Your responsibilities will include: Day\-to\-day bookkeeping across a portfolio of international client structures Processing invoices, payments, and accounting transactions Maintaining accurate ledgers and supporting general accounting records Assisting with reconciliations and month\-end close processes Supporting the preparation of financial statements and reporting Gaining exposure to multi\-entity structures and client reporting requirements Liaising internally and supporting communication with clients and external stakeholders where required Why Apply: This is an excellent opportunity to build solid experience in both fiduciary and corporate accounting within an international environment. You will gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of structures, strengthen your technical accounting skills, and develop confidence in reporting and month\-end processes. You will be joining a supportive team that values learning and development, making this an ideal step for someone looking to grow into a more autonomous and technically strong accounting professional. A collaborative and sociable team environment, with regular team events and social activities. Profil recherché At least 2\-4 years' experience in accounting, audit, fiduciary/client accounting, or a similar finance role Exposure to core accounting tasks such as bookkeeping, reconciliations, invoices, payments, and financial statements Accounting experience from fiduciary services, corporate services, trust company or family office is an advantage but not a must Knowledge of VAT or reporting is a plus Accounting qualification (or studies towards one such as ACCA, CIMA, Brevet fédéral) is an asset but not essential Strong interest in developing within an international fiduciary environment Detail\-oriented, structured, and reliable working style Good Excel skills; familiarity with accounting systems is an advantage Fluent in English (B2 minimum) and French (B1 minimum) Available for a full\-time, office\-based role to start ASAP (permanent contract; no home office) Valid Swiss work authorisation required; cross\-border commuters (frontalier) accepted jpid75b24a3jm jpit0834jm jpiy26jm
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
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