Finance Assistant, Temporary

vor 2 Monaten


Genf GE, Schweiz Sotheby's Vollzeit

**ABOUT SOTHEBY'S**

Established in 1744, Sotheby's is the world's premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby's promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce and retail. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry-leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 70 categories which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate. Sotheby's believes in the transformative power of art and culture and is committed to making our industries more inclusive, sustainable and collaborative.

**THE ROLE**

This is an essential role within the finance and accounting department, must support the day-to-day transactions, including managing invoices, travel expenses and payments. You will be expected to partner with budget holders to ensure appropriate P&L management. Additionally, you will support the Finance Manager in driving improvement through financial insight and analysis. This is a one-year temporary, full time commitment.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

Monthly Reporting
- Responsible for the preparation of monthly results, variance analysis and commentary in accordance with the agreed corporate timetable for senior management review.
- Act as the finance department contact for designated departments / countries; providing them with financial assistance and ad hoc analysis where necessary.

Monthly Forecasting
- Prepare of revenue and P&L forecasts, variance analysis and commentary in accordance with the agreed corporate timetable for senior management review.
- Act as the finance department contact for designated departments; providing them with financial assistance and ad hoc analysis where necessary.

Reconciliation and Control
- Responsible for the account control and analysis of designated profit & loss and balance sheet accounts for Switzerland
- Bank and credit card reconciliations
- Controlling and overseeing the petty cash function for Geneva and Zurich
- Adhere to company policies and internal controls

Additional Analysis
- Sale analysis and support including projection of auction margins
- Provide ad-hoc analysis as required to support business and finance initiatives

Team
- Build strong working relationships within finance and the business
- Contribute to the wider team during month end, forecast to provide timely and accurate reports and analysis for senior management

Other Duties
- VAT import report for the Finance Manager
- Support annual audits

**IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES**

Qualified Accountant
- Educated to degree level
- Proven business acumen
- Excellent communication (written and spoken) and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships
- Creative problem-solving ability
- Proven team management skills
- Excellent computer skills including Excel
- Experience of SAP advantageous but not essential
- Some knowledge of Sotheby's or the art industry, its culture and services beneficial
- Command of multiple languages useful

**_ The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race (including, without limitation, traits historically associated with race, such as natural hair, hair texture, and protective and treated or untreated hairstyles), color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership/union status, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic predisposition, genetic information, reproductive health decision, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, alienage or citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province or local law. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it operates._



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