Junior Accountant

Descripción del puesto:

La volonté de faire progresser la science nous unit. En France, nous sommes plus de 20 000 hommes et femmes passionnés. L'innovation est un parcours inattendu de défis. Alors, sans relâche, nous repoussons nos limites pour transformer la pratique de la médecine et améliorer la santé des patients avec nos médicaments et vaccins.
About the job As Junior Accountant VIE within our Account to Report, GSA team you'll participate in the accounting activities across 5 Swiss entities. You will provide support to global shared service centers and regional teams, and support the coordination with external auditors during interim and final audit phases. Ready to push the limits of what's possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world. Ready to get started? About Sanofi We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system - and innovative pipeline - enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives. Main responsibilities: Daily Operations: - Perform account reconciliations and open items review. - Process and monitor accounting transactions including vendors, customers, Fixed Assets & Leases, intercompany operations, Payroll and cash movements. Closing & Reporting Activities: - Prepare and book monthly closing entries. - Support the preparation of reporting packages. - Assist in the preparation of analytical reviews and variance analysis. - Support quarterly VAT declarations and compliance reporting. - Assist in the preparation of Swiss statutory financial statements. Contribute to strategic Special Projects & Transformation Initiatives (2026-2028): - Support the migration to SHIFT system for eligible entities, and participate in entity integration project and business consolidation activities. - Contribute to process improvements and system implementations. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: - Work closely with internal stakeholders (Senior Accountant, Head of A2R, global shared service centers and regional teams) and external stakeholders (Payroll providers, External Auditors). Why choose us? - Be part of a pioneering biopharma company where patient insights shape drug development. - Work at the forefront of AI-powered science that accelerates discovery and improves outcomes. - Collaborate beyond your expertise, sparking new ideas with diverse, multidisciplinary teams. - Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science. - Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective. - Join a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core, with Employee Resource Groups and leadership programs that celebrate every voice. iMove is a unique program tailored for European youth interested in challenging themselves with meaningful assignments across the globe. At Sanofi we have a strong ambition to invest in young talents who will drive the success of Sanofi tomorrow. Sanofi's Work Abroad Program, iMove, offers jobs-assignments with actual responsibilities and a perspective to grow. We provide those opportunities in various functions such as: marketing, finance, regulatory, supply chain, clinical trials, production, etc. and in more than 40 countries. Sanofi unites people who are passionate about solving healthcare needs across the world. Joining our iMove Work Abroad Program is a unique opportunity to make a difference through your work. Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary. Progress doesn't happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. You can be one of those people. Chasing change, embracing new ideas and exploring all the opportunities we have to offer. Let's pursue progress. And let's discover extraordinary together. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com

Requerimientos del candidato/a:

About you Experience: - Experience with ERP systems (SAP knowledge is a strong plus). - Experience with and knowledge of accounting principles (Swiss GAAP and IFRS preferred). Soft and technical skills: - Ability to work with multiple accounting systems and platforms. - Attention to detail and accuracy, strong organizational and time management skills. - Ability to work under pressure during closing periods, and to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. - Team player, who is proactive and also has autonomous working style. - Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic environment, international, multicultural work environment and ability to collaborate effectively across different time zones and cultural backgrounds. - Curiosity and willingness to understand business operations. - Strong sense of responsibility and confidentiality. - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. - Understanding of internal controls and compliance requirements. Education: - Master's Degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Languages: - Fluent in English (written and spoken), French and German are a plus. To facilitate the examination of your application by our English-speaking managers, thank you for applying in English