Accountant 100% (m/w/d) / 6 months temporary contract
Art Basel stages the world's premier art shows for modern and contemporary
works, sited in Basel, Miami Beach, Hong Kong and Paris. Defined by its host city
and region, each show is unique, which is reflected in its participating galleries, the
artworks on display and the parallel content programming produced in collaboration
with the local institutions. In addition to ambitious stands featuring leading galleries
from around the globe, each show's singular exhibition sectors and artistic events
spotlight the latest developments in the visual arts, offering visitors new ideas, new
inspiration and new contacts in the artworld.
Basel-Stadt
Art Basel is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our team as
an Accountant & Business Controller Support, based in our Basel office. In this role,
you will be responsible for supporting the Global Art Basel business unit to ensure
accurate and timely financial records, across all 4 locations and legal entities
(Switzerland, Paris, USA and Hong Kong), and provide ad-hoc assistance to the
AB Business Controllers.
- Assist the business to process supplier invoices, staff expenses and staff
timesheets accurately and in a timely manner - Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and update accounting
databases accordingly - Monitor and report compliance issues with company policies and
procedures - Support the Business Controllers in ad-hoc financial projects and initiatives,
providing necessary data and analysis - Collaborate with MCH Finance and AB teams to document and propose
options to streamline internal accounting processes and improve efficiency - Management of Intercompany transactions, including issuing ICO invoices
- Management of fixed asset accounting
- Support the monthly management of provisions and accruals
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Proven experience in accounting or financial analysis role, with project
accounting or events industry experience would be an advantage - Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Experience with IFS and Cognos TM1 an advantage
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
- Very good knowledge of German and English (written and oral) required.
Additional knowledge of French is an advantage - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in
accounting and finance within a dynamic and creative environment. If you are
passionate about the arts and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we
encourage you to apply.
MCH Group, with its head office in Basel, Switzerland, is an internationally active
experience marketing company. We organise around 90 of our own exhibitions and
guest exhibitions in Switzerland and abroad, including Art Basel, Swissbau and
Giardina. Parts of our group are active in Dubai, Hong Kong, North America and
Paris.
Our 800 or so colleagues appreciate the great flexibility in terms of working hours,
home office and on-site presence. We also offer good social benefits & more.
If you have any questions or want to learn more about MCH Group, please contact
Delphine ,Global Talent Acquisition Manager, at delphine.riegel@mch-
group.com .(Please send us your application only via our application portal.
Applications by e-mail and from intermediaries etc. will not be considered).
We look forward to getting to know you!