Requirements: English
Company: Studio Claudia Comte
Region: Birsfelden , Basel-Country
Internationally exhibiting Swiss multimedia artist is looking for an experienced
Accountant M / F
Claudia Comte is represented by international galleries in New York, Mexico, Seoul, Milan, Brussels, and Madrid, with exhibitions in various museums and institutions worldwide. The Studio Accountant provides strong support to Studio Claudia Comte in all financial matters. The Studio Accountant is a key contact point between the artist, her team, and the institutions and galleries she collaborates with. The ideal candidate should possess a high level of responsibility, administrative ambition, and agility suitable for this unique environment.
Organisation : Studio Claudia Comte
Place of work : Birsfelden, BL and occasionally Bennwil, BL
Starting date : June 1st, with a 1-month handover
The position includes but is not limited to the following tasks :
- Serve as a proactive, responsible, and sometimes independent figure within the studio, effectively representing the artist and her team.
- Manage bookkeeping independently, including annual financial statements.
- Handle personnel administration (salaries, entries/leavings, collaboration with social insurance companies).
- Perform quarterly VAT accounting.
- Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with the Swiss Code of Obligations and collaborate with trustees on tax matters.
- Coordinate with galleries.
- Negotiate orders and contractual agreements with institutions, directors, legal representatives, and other involved parties.
- Conduct controlling and reporting activities.
About the candidate :
- Minimum of five years'' experience in financial accounting within a Swiss SME or a comparable organization.
- Preferably hold further training in finance, such as an accounting specialist qualification.
- Deep knowledge of Swiss tax law and financial guidelines.
- Proficiency in English and German is essential; knowledge of French is advantageous.
- Understanding of legal documents and familiarity with art world contracts is a plus.
- A dynamic, flexible personality capable of adapting to changing environments and maintaining a positive attitude in unconventional situations.
- Proficiency with Bexio business software.
- Maintain complete discretion and integrity.
- Interest in and preferably experience with the art world.
What you can expect :
A varied and challenging role within a contemporary art business. Studio Claudia Comte offers an informal working environment with exciting international projects and a fair salary.
If interested, please submit your application in English (CV, motivation letter, and references).
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