Finance Officer Position at Aiglon College
Aiglon College is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Finance Officer to join our esteemed school starting from November 1, 2026.
Your Profile
We are looking for individuals who embody enthusiasm, experience, commitment, reflection, dynamism, and an eagerness to innovate. If you share these values and have a passion for challenge along with the ambition to make a positive impact on our world, we invite you to apply online using the form below.
About Us
Located in Chesières (Vaud, Switzerland), Aiglon College is a not-for-profit, international boarding school that offers a distinctive, world-class education in a breathtaking alpine setting. Our school is founded on a unique ethos: the balanced development of mind, body, and spirit. This philosophy is the cornerstone of everything we do at Aiglon, both in and out of the classroom. We currently have over 480 students representing more than 70 nationalities, following the International GCSE (IGCSE) and International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB Diploma) programs.
What We Offer
Aiglon is committed to the well-being and professional development of all staff within a vibrant, friendly, and modern workplace. In addition to competitive salaries and comprehensive social security benefits, we provide:
- Free accident and loss of salary insurances
- Generous pension and leave entitlements
- A range of special perks and advantages
Application Information
Deadline for applications: September 4, 2026. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to appoint before the application deadline should we find the right candidate. Please apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Aiglon is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the position. For information on how the School processes your personal data, please refer to the School’s Privacy Notice.
Job Purpose
To work closely with other finance team members to ensure that the school accounts are operated accurately.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Accounts Payable
- Process invoices and payments for overseas and Swiss suppliers
- Liaise directly with appropriate staff regarding orders and invoices
- Input all bank payments to suppliers and others
- Reconcile individual accounts with the nominal account
- Be responsible for the annual closing of the purchase ledger
- Manage emails in French and English with all suppliers
- Create new providers in the system
Accounts Receivable
- Prepare and send invoices to parents/guardians
- Establish credit notes
- Bill students' accounts for additional charges
- Follow up and book payments
- Answer parents' queries regarding students' accounts
- Finalize accounts for leavers and prepare deposit refunds
- Review aged debt report with the Director of Finance monthly
- Liaise with Admissions about student records as necessary
- Chase debtors regularly and escalate to the Director of Finance if necessary
Nominal Ledger
- Maintain nominal ledger update files
- Handle activities linked to the nominal ledger
- Carry out audit preparation as required
Other Tasks and Responsibilities
- Assist and cover for other members of the Finance Team as needed
- Comply with the School's financial regulations
- Archive all nominal ledger files as appropriate
- Undertake additional tasks as reasonably required by the Director of Finance for upcoming projects and the effective operation of the Finance department
- Understand and implement all school policies and procedures, particularly those relating to safeguarding children and young people
- Uphold the School’s Guiding Principles and ethos at all times
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
A. Education, Qualifications and Languages
- Essential: Bachelor's degree in Finance with strong evidence of continuous professional development; Fluent in English (C1)
- Desirable: French language skills (B2)
B. Experience and Knowledge
- Essential: Minimum of 3 years' experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger; Proficient in IT systems, email, and relevant software; Experience with an ERP system; Working with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and in an international environment; Strong problem-solving skills
- Desirable: Experience in an educational environment; Familiarity with iSAMS/iFinance systems
C. Personal Qualities, Attitudes and Behaviours
- Essential: Excellent interpersonal skills; Ability to build trusting relationships with colleagues and staff; Strong organizational and time management abilities; Positive and solution-focused attitude; Willingness to excel in a fast-paced, leading boarding school environment