AR / AP Accountant (H/F) – 100%

Since its founding in 1988, Frederique Constant has made it its mission to democratize access to luxury by designing, developing, and assembling high-quality timepieces at the fairest price. The Swiss watchmaking manufacturer, based in Geneva (Plan-les-Ouates), designs, develops, and assembles mechanical watches, including over 30 Manufacture calibers such as the Tourbillon, Perpetual Calendar, Flyback Chronograph, Monolithic, Big Date Power Reserve, Moonphase, as well as quartz watches.

Since 2016, the Frederique Constant Group (Frederique Constant, Alpina Watches, Ateliers deMonaco) has been part of the Japanese Citizen Group, continuing its international growth and fostering new synergies.

We offer our employees a dynamic working environment, valuing entrepreneurial mindsets within a human-sized structure. Join our talented team, driven by a constant pursuit of excellence, and become a key element of the company.

Joining our team means immersing yourself in exciting projects and contributing to the achievement of ambitious goals. Innovation is at the heart of our everyday work. Be ready to take on challenges and let's shape together the new horizons of the watchmaking industry.

Your Mission:You will be responsible for the daily processing of both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable transactions to ensure accurate financial records.

Your Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable Management (AR):

• Daily Payment Entry & Allocation: Extract bank statements, manually enter payments into the ERP, and ensure precise allocation (matching) against open invoices.
• Collections & Credit Risk: Monitor and follow up on outstanding invoices, analyze aged balances, and produce monthly "bad debt" reports.
• Credit Oversight: Monitor credit limits, manage order holds to mitigate non-payment risks, and administer credit insurance (guarantees and quarterly turnover declarations).
• Specific Payment Flows: Manage complex payments including Webstores, "Pay by link," and Letters of Credit, while monitoring down payment accounts.
• Closing & Reconciliation: Perform daily bank reconciliations, ensure precise account matching (lettrage), and prepare monthly/annual cut-off files. Manage and reconcile petty cash.

Accounts Payable Management (AP) & Expenses:

• Purchasing Cycle: record supplier invoices within the ERP.
• Cash Management: Prepare payment runs, execute bank transfers, and send payment advice to suppliers.

Transversal Missions:

• Assist with annual audits
• Participate in the continuous optimization of internal financial processes.

Your Profile

• Education & Experience: Education in Accounting with proven experience in AR and AP accounting.
• Technical Skills: Excel; experience with an ERP (ProConcept is a plus).
• Languages: Fluent in French with the ability to communicate effectively in English (written and oral).
• Soft Skills: Absolute rigor, attention to detail, and a strong sense of customer service. You are recognized for your diplomacy, proactivity, and ability to meet strict closing deadlines.