GL Accountant

MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES Suisse est a la recherche d'un(e) GL Accountant pour son site de Genève.

Join MSF OCG as a GL Accountant!
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.
Inclusivity and Diversity at MSF
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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.
We understand that some people may hesitate to apply for employment if they don't meet all listed job requirements. Research shows that this is especially true for women. If you believe your profile is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply even if you don’t fulfil every listed qualification.
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 & role
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
Execute intercompany accounting tasks
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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.
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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.
Perform client accounting operations
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Process and monitor third-party and staff client accounts, including billing, follow-up of outstanding items, and regular reconciliation of balances.
Support supplier accounting processes
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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.
Execute payroll accounting tasks
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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. Check entries for HQ and expatriate staff by reviewing HR financial data and ensure correct and consistent posting across all salary related accounts.
Perform monthly accounting corrections
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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).
Carry out internal control activities
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Perform periodic controls on allocated accounting sections, maintain ICS documentation and process flowcharts related to assigned tasks, and propose improvements where relevant.
Execute year-end closing tasks
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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
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Federal Diploma in Accounting (Brevet fédéral) or a recognized university degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or an equivalent professional qualification..
Experience
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3 to 5 years of experience in general accounting, including exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and basic general ledger work.
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Background with intercompany accounting and reconciliations is a strong asset.
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Practical parcours professionnel with payroll-related accounting (salary entries, social liabilities, reconciliations) is an advantage.
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Participation in monthly or annual closings, including account reconciliations (e.g., suppliers, fixed assets, payroll-related accounts).
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Familiarity with internal control systems (ICS/SCI), including performing or documenting basic controls, is an asset.
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Experience in non-profit organizations or international environments is a plus.
Languages
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English and French: full professional proficiency required (spoken and written).
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German: strong asset.
Knowledge & Expertise
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Solid understanding of general accounting principles, including double-entry bookkeeping, accrual accounting, periodic reconciliations, and internal accounting controls.
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Strong command of Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas
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Understanding of Swiss VAT rules a strong asset.
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Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operation is a strong asset.
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Comfortable working in multi-systems environments, including basic use of tools like Power BI.
Behavioral & Managerial Competencies
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Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
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Well-organized, structured, and able to manage multiple priorities.
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Strong sense of rigour, reliability, and attention to detail.
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Proactive mindset with the ability to propose improvements.
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Flexible, dynamic, and supportive of change initiatives.
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Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure during peak periods.
Terms of employment
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Full-time position 100% (40h/week)
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Open-ended contract
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Working place: Geneva, Switzerland
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Ideal start date: As Soon As Possible, Latest 4th of August
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Gross annual salary (for 100%): from CHF 87’372.- to 100’608.- (salary commensurate with equivalent experience and internal salary grid)
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Paid vacation: 25 days per year, prorate temporis, plus any Swiss public holidays falling within the contract period.
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Pension plan: pension contribution covered 3/4 by MSF, 1/4 by staff member.
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Relocation support available for eligible candidates.
How to apply
Candidates are invited to submit their application exclusively through our recruitment platform, following these guidelines:
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CV (maximum 2 pages)
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Cover letter (maximum 1 page)
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Documents must be submitted in either English or French.
The application deadline is May 17th, 2026.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive a sufficient number of quality applications.
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All applications will be treated confidentially.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not wish to use the services of recruitment or placement agencies.

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