Accountant/Administrator

Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, a German political foundation and non-profit organisation supports democratisation processes, rule of law and political dialogue worldwide. In its Geneva office that seeks to strengthen multilateralism and works closely with the UN system and like-minded organisations, the position of an accountant (half time) has opened.

Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung uses an integrated project accounting, management and information system tailor-made to the needs of an organisation that operates over 100 country offices worldwide. The Accountant works closely with the Project Managers. He/she reports to the Executive Director.

The responsibilities encompass:

• Verification of invoices, supplementary documentation; processing of payments and general book-keeping
• Liaison with service providers
• Verification of debits from bank account on a daily basis
• Budget forecasting, request and control of transfer of funds
• Preparation of monthly accounting report to KAS headquarters
• Clarification of internal audit queries
• Preparation of end of year report to main donor
• In cooperation with the external service provider preparation of the yearly financial report to Swiss authorities
• In cooperation with the audit company preparation of the financial review according to Swiss non-profit legislation.

Administration:

• Monitoring and management of existing contracts with service providers to KAS office (e.g. subscriptions, insurances, regular service providers)
• Liaison with building management
• Management of KAS inventory
• Assume administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director
• Provide support to events hosted by the office of KAS

Human Resources Management:

• Administer the HR files of KAS Geneva employees
• Provide the payroll management company with the necessary information and verify their monthly payroll statements
• Manage the annual leave data base and provide updated information to the Head of Office

• College degree in accounting, business administration, and/or human resources management
• 3-years or more of professional experience in the field of finance management and accounting
• Knowledge of legal obligations by non-profit organisations in Switzerland
• Elaborate sense of responsibility and high level of organizational skills
• Being able to manage tight deadlines and to work autonomously
• Teamworker who supports and guides colleagues particularly in their administrative tasks
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in MS Office as well as the ability to familiarize quickly with new software
• Excellent proficiency of English and French; German language skills are seen as an additional asset
• Swiss nationality is seen as an additional asset

• Work in an international environment
• Small and dynamic team
• Training and qualification opportunities in Germany
• Social benefits in accordance to law
• Remuneration commensurate with requirements

Please, submit your application (motivational letter, CV incl. references) no later than 15 th of January 2025 to: md.genf@kas.de