Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor

Join us as a Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor

Brown Brothers Harriman is currently recruiting an Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor to join our Alternative Investments Team. In this role you will work closely with the Team Leader and manage a small team of financial professionals, taking part in the preparation of stand‑alone accounting and financial reporting under various accounting standards. As a people manager you will motivate, give instruction and monitor the performance of colleagues in the team.

Some Of Your Key Responsibilities Include

• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual deliverables such as GL/financial reporting/consolidation (scope of work includes mix or selected tasks)
• Independent review of work prepared by team members ensuring accuracy, timeliness and completeness of deliverables
• Developing and maintaining strong familiarity with accounting standards (i.e. IFRS / US GAAP)
• Primary responsibility for coaching and developing of team members providing feedback via periodic meetings and the firm’s performance appraisal process
• Promotion of positive team atmosphere through leadership, effective communication and professionalism
• Assisting in special projects to improve efficiency, quality and accuracy of work performed by the team
• Ensuring adherence to all established procedures, best practices and internal controls

What We Offer

Hybrid model 3 days per week in the office /2 days for a parent of a child up to 4 years old

• To encourage cultural awareness and philanthropy, BBHers have 1 Culture Celebration Day and 1 Community Service Day in addition to their paid standard vacation allowance
• Private medical care
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program – offering independent and confidential counselling services for you and your family, covering topics including family, marriage and relationships, finances, and legal issues
• Professional trainings and qualification support
• Wellbeing Program
• Online Social Fund benefit platform
• Social, sport and integration events
• Onboarding Program for new hires

Desired Qualifications

• A strong understanding of accounting practices and standards
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in full general ledger accounting or group accounting, or audit background, including proven team management track record
• Primary degree in a finance or accounting related discipline, and/or equivalent work experience is an asset
• Professional accountancy qualification e.g. ACCA (qualified or part qualified) is an advantage
• Strong experience in direct responsibility for managing, mentoring and coaching staff
• Computer literate with strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
• Fluency in English essential and knowledge of German and/or French as an additional asset
• Highly organized, detail orientated and self‑motivated

We value diverse experiences. If your career hasn’t followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn’t meet every qualification or skill listed in the job description, please do go ahead and apply.

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