Accounting Specialist

Location: Basel, BS, CH, 4030
Flexible Work Arrangement: Onsite
Career Level: Professional
Requisition Id: 6483


Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to over 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Government Services, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers' journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary

Are you passionate about accounting, thrive in a dynamic environment, and enjoy working with precision? Join our Finance team as an Accounting Specialist and play a key role in ensuring smooth and compliant financial operations across one or more of our entities.
In this position, you will be part of our Financial Services team, collaborating closely with colleagues across Finance to deliver efficient accounting processes, maintain high-quality financial records, and support the business with reliable financial administration.

Your Role

Processing PO and non-PO invoices accurately and independently
Reconciling vendor accounts and resolving discrepancies
Preparing and coordinating timely supplier payments
Managing advance payment transactions
Maintaining and updating supplier master data in SAP
Reviewing and processing travel and expense claims
Supporting internal and external audit activities
Ensuring compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and legal requirements
Providing administrative and operational support to the Finance team
Collaborating with internal stakeholders to continuously improve processes and service quality

What we offer

• An exciting and challenging entry-level role in a dynamic environment
• Various opportunities for professional and personal development
• Chance to work on exciting, high-profile projects
• A motivated and cheerful team that looks forward to working with you
• Our events are great! We also have lots of fun together outside of working hours

Your Profile

Commercial diploma or equivalent qualification within Finance
Previous experience of at least 2 years in an accounting, accounts payable, or finance administration role
Strong SAP knowledge and hands-on experience working with ERP systems
Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken
A structured, precise, and reliable way of working
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Customer-focused mindset with excellent teamwork skills

If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application in English.


Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Jet Aviation, where individuals are hired, employed, recognized, and advance based upon their individual skills and abilities and without regard to an individuals race, color, national origin, age, religion, physical or mental disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), status as a protected veteran or any status or characteristic protected from employment discrimination under applicable federal, state and local laws (EEO status). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, and opportunities for training and advancement.

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