Junior Accountant

Our company:

Proton was founded in 2014 by a group of scientists who met at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN). Since then, we have become one of Europe’s fastest growing startups, with a team of 300 representing 30 nationalities, with offices in Geneva, Zurich, Skopje, Taipei, Vilnius and Prague. Our privacy-first services, including ProtonMail, ProtonVPN, Proton Calendar, and Proton Drive, and more to come, are used by millions of people from over 180 countries.

Proton is a mission driven company. We’re deeply committed to enabling freedom online and ensuring the internet serves the interests of all people. Our technologies provide trusted ways for people to be secure online and in control of their information at all times. Our users include New York Times journalists, some of the world’s largest corporations, and millions of ordinary citizens. The world is adopting our products at an accelerating pace. Whether it’s in New York, or at the front lines of the global struggle for freedom and democracy in Hong Kong, Belarus, and Myanmar, the work we do saves lives and is transforming the world.

The world is adopting our products at an accelerating pace. Help us bring it from tens of millions of users, to billions of users. We’re creating one of the world’s most impactful tech companies. Be part of the team creating the next Google or Facebook, that can touch the lives of everyone you know.

About the position:

What you will do:

• Support Accounting Manager in general accounting functions across a wide range of financial reporting activities.
• Lead Accounts Payable processing.
• Reconcile accounts and produce Journal Entries where required.
• Participation and responsibility for various monthly closing tasks.
• Participation in new systems validation and implementation.
• Assist in process development and implementation.
• Support Finance department in strategic initiatives where required
  

• Minimum 1 year of experience in an accounting environment.
• Accounting Education, Certification or Training.
• Detailed oriented while being adaptable in a fast pace startup environment.
• Wiliness and curiosity to learn new systems.
• Team player and ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Analytical, with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation.
• Competency in Microsoft Excel.
• Fluent in English and French. German is an asset.

Why you should join Proton:

• We work on interesting, challenging problems every day. There is never a dull moment.
• Our startup culture means everyone’s opinion matters. You can have a significant impact.
• Our rapid growth means there are many opportunities for advancement.
• The chance to do something meaningful. Proton products protect dissidents, journalists, and activists. Our work saves lives.
• Be part of something bigger. Millions of people and businesses around the world have embraced our idea of an Internet where privacy and security are the default. Join the privacy revolution that is changing the world.

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