Beschreibung

Established in 1948 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (USA), Manpower is a global leader in the human resources industry. Operating in 82 countries with a network of over 3,900 offices, the company supports the workforce needs of more than 400,000 clients worldwide.
As specialists in the recruitment and selection of permanent and temporary professionals across all major economic sectors, we have been operating in Switzerland for over 60 years, employing more than 260 professionals across 37 locations nationwide.
 

Accounts Manager – Cross‑Border Finance Operations

Our client, an international industrial company with operations in Switzerland and Italy, is looking for an Accounts Manager to strengthen its cross‑border Finance & Accounts function. The role combines hands‑on accounting, VAT management, and banking operations across two jurisdictions. The position is hired under a Swiss employment contract, with operational involvement also from the Italian office located in the North Milan area.

What you will be doing

• Daily accounting management for Swiss and Italian entities

• Processing and verifying invoices (purchase, sales, expenses) with accurate documentation

• Maintaining the general ledger, customer/supplier accounts, and performing reconciliations

• Supporting monthly and annual closing and preparing financial data for Management

• Handling VAT and tax administration, including periodic VAT returns and reconciliations

• Ensuring correct VAT treatment for domestic, EU, and international transactions

• Coordinating with external advisors (accountants, tax consultants, auditors, authorities)

• Managing banking operations: reconciliations, authorised payments, AR/AP ageing, and follow‑ups

• Supporting the Italian Permanent Establishment from the Swiss office and liaising with local professionals

• Maintaining compliance, audit trails, and internal controls

• Supporting financial reporting and documentation requests from Management

What you bring

• Practical knowledge of Swiss and Italian accounting principles and VAT rules

• Experience working with external stakeholders (tax advisers, auditors, regulators)

• Strong banking operations skills including payments, collections, and reconciliations

• Confidence managing AR/AP and critical deadlines

• Structured, reliable approach to documentation and auditability

• Preferable knowledge of SAP/ERP and Microsoft Excel

• Minimum B2 level in English

Background

• Education in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

• Proven experience in accounts management, financial administration, VAT handling, and statutory coordination

• Professional accounting certifications: a plus

What we offer

• Dynamic and stimulating environment with cross‑border exposure

• International company with structured processes and modern operations

• Collaborative culture with direct interaction across Swiss and Italian teams

• Professional growth in a role with broad responsibilities and autonomy