Finance Specialist / Finance Specialist

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Place of Work

Basel, Switzerland

Employment Rate

60-80%

Start Date

As soon as possible

Contract Type

Open-ended

Eligibility

Must be eligible to work in Switzerland

About the Basel Institute on Governance

The Basel Institute on Governance is a hands-on centre of competence dedicated to promoting good governance and countering corruption for a more peaceful, just, and sustainable world. Established in 2003 in Basel, Switzerland, the Institute collaborates with partners worldwide to advance knowledge, practice, and policy on anti-corruption, asset recovery, and business integrity. With field operations across the globe, it employs around 150 staff from 32 different nationalities and is an Associated Institute of the University of Basel.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Specialist in Finance (Accountant) who possesses a strong understanding of key accounting and financial management principles, especially in project financing and budgeting. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day accounting and related financial administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate is a proactive and communicative team player, eager for a meaningful job, capable of multitasking while maintaining efficiency and accuracy. Being open to feedback and keen on learning is essential. The post holder will join the finance team at the Basel Institute’s headquarters and report to the Senior Specialist / Team Lead, Finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer accounts receivables and accounts payables, including reviewing, processing, documenting, executing, and filing transactions.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and flight statements received from travel agencies.
• Manage open debtor reports.
• Cary out other financial administrative duties as assigned to ensure the effective running of daily business operations.
• Proactively communicate with Institute staff as necessary to effectively execute expected tasks.
• Handle sensitive or confidential information with honesty and integrity.

The role may evolve to encompass additional responsibilities based on the post holder’s capabilities and professional interests.

Qualifications and Skills

• Undergraduate degree, technical college degree, or commercial training in accounting, finance, or business, with a professional qualification in accounting or finance preferred.
• A minimum of one to two years of relevant job experience; experience in an internationally operating non-profit development or humanitarian aid organization is an advantage.
• Strong financial understanding and knowledge of financial controls and processes.
• Experience with bookkeeping software (ideally Infoniqa ONE 50 and Dynamics 365 Business Central).
• Expert/advanced proficiency in MS Excel and proficiency in MS Word.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills; detail-oriented and efficient.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically across functions.
• Proactive work ethic; self-starter capable of identifying, analyzing, communicating, and solving problems swiftly.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Flexibility and willingness to work additional hours during peak periods.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) and proficiency in German.

Offer

We provide an interesting and rewarding working environment characterized by a proactive, dynamic, and international team spirit. The role combines routine and varied tasks, allowing for initiative and innovation. A competitive salary is offered.

Application Process

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Contact Information

For further information about this position, please contact Ms. Cornelia Lutz at cornelia.lutz@baselgovernance.org or call +41 61 205 55 11.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Basel Institute is an equal opportunity employer, committed to maintaining a diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other