Accounts Receivable Specialist
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Zurich
Reporting To: Gonzalo
Description
As the organiser of some of the biggest and most iconic sport events in the world, we lead the way in the sport and event industry.
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Finance team on a permanent (100%) basis as soon as possible, supporting our mission through highly‑complex financial operations and strong compliance awareness.
Join the team and support us on our mission.
THE POSITION
These are your key tasks:
- Manage end‑to‑end accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, timely and accurate cash collection, and account reconciliations.
- Review commercial contracts to identify relevant billing terms and support correct revenue recognition.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders such as Commercial, Legal, and Finance teams to clarify contract terms and resolve administrative matters.
- Prepare AR ageing reports and support month‑end and year‑end closing activities.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, financial controls, and AML requirements, and support audits and reviews where required.
YOUR PROFILE
We work hard at FIFA.
We are dedicated, ambitious and innovative.
And we respect our values. Always.
For all roles, we seek talented people with an entrepreneurial spirit and a global mindset.
The specific competencies we require for this position are:
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, ideally in an international environment.
- Strong understanding of contract‑based invoicing and revenue accounting.
- Experience with SAP (S/4HANA FI‑AR) and advanced Excel skills.
- Sound awareness of compliance, internal controls, and AML principles.
- High attention to detail, reliability, and a structured way of working.
- Proactive, and collaborative personality, comfortable working with multiple stakeholders.
PERKS & BENEFITS
The biggest benefit of a career at FIFA is the privilege to work for the beautiful game and create something that matters.
Alongside that privilege, we also offer some extra perks and benefits:
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Health and fitness: Regular football sessions for all abilities, plus on-site gym.
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Home office: Up to two days of home office per week if work permits and home office allowance for all.
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Language courses: Offered to all staff to aid personal and professional growth.
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Continuous learning: We care about your development and encourage internal mobility, offering a variety of training and education to help achieve it.
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Pension: Flexible pension benefits with generous employer contributions.
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Relocation assistance: A dedicated team will be on hand to support your relocation.
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Sustainability: We support all employees using public transport.
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Vacation: Maintain a healthy work/life balance with a generous vacation allowance.
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Volunteering: Make an impact beyond your regular role and bond with colleagues by volunteering with one of our partners.