At Landis+Gyr, we're helping shape the future of energy—making it more intelligent, resilient, and sustainable.As a global energy technology leader, we're accelerating the energy evolution through purposeful innovation and trusted partnerships. Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, our intelligent solutions connect devices, data, and decisions across the grid, helping customers modernize infrastructure, optimize operations, and deliver energy that is more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe, and sustainable.Behind every solution is a team of approximately 3,300 employees across more than 40 countries who are passionate about solving complex challenges, driving innovation, and making a meaningful impact for our utility customers and the communities they serve.Join Team Green and help shape the future of intelligent energy.For our Finance department at the company headquarters in Cham, near Zurich, we are looking for a highly motivated and precise Head of Consolidation and Accounting. In this challenging and rewarding role you will report directly to the VP Group Accounting &amp; Controlling. Your main responsibilities will among others include:<ul><li>Lead and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing and consolidation process for all legal entities of the Company.</li><li>Ensure accurate and complete financial reporting and high-quality management information.</li><li>Maintain and improve the Company’s accounting and reporting framework to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal governance requirements.</li><li>Supervise the preparation of statutory and consolidated financial statements and ensure all financial information is accurate and delivered within deadlines.</li><li>Oversee intercompany reconciliation and ensure alignment of reporting across entities.</li><li>Act as key contact for external auditors and ensure a smooth and efficient audit process. Provide accounting guidance and advice to the finance teams and management on complex transactions and reporting issues.</li><li>Develop and maintain accounting policies, process documentation, and internal controls. Support the CFO in financial reporting to management and shareholders, including analysis of financial results.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement, automation, and simplification of accounting and reporting processes.</li><li>Lead, coach, and develop the accounting and consolidation team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.</li></ul> This position requires the following skills &amp; experience:<ul><li>University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics. Professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA</li><li>Minimum 10 years of experience in accounting, consolidation, and reporting within an international or multi-entity environment.</li><li>Expertise with ERP and consolidation tools, especially in IBM Cognos.</li><li>Technical knowledge in accounting, consolidation, and financial reporting.</li><li>Proven experience in preparing consolidated financial statements and coordinating audits.</li><li>Strong understanding of accounting frameworks, in particular US GAAP/ IFRS and reporting processes.</li><li>Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, concise information for management.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across multiple levels of the organization.</li><li>Analytical and structured mindset combined with a hands-on approach.</li><li>Leadership capability to guide and motivate a small, high-performing team.</li><li>Fluent in English#L </li></ul> As a part of the Landis+Gyr family, employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan featuring a generous company match incentive.  Additionally, we offer three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) as well as eleven (11) paid holidays.  We also offer a tuition reimbursement program, optional pet insurance, supplemental medical coverage and a host of other perks to ensure the health, wellness, and enrichment of our team members. Pay is in the range of $168,800-$232,100 per year.  The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, and certifications or other professional licenses held.  All candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.    We're committed to shaping a better future for everyone. Join Team Green and be part of what's next in energy. #TeamGreen

At Landis+Gyr, we share a collective vision with utility companies and end-use consumers all over the world: manage energy better. For utilities, this means streamlined operations, cost savings, and more reliable customer service. For consumers, this means a smaller environmental footprint, lower cost options, and ways to stay in control of their own energy usage. By harnessing the power of our industry-leading products and solutions, we can work together to create a smarter grid for the benefit of all.

Head of Consolidation and Accounting

At Landis+Gyr, we're helping shape the future of energy—making it more intelligent, resilient, and sustainable.As a global energy technology leader, we're accelerating the energy evolution through purposeful innovation and trusted partnerships. Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, our intelligent solutions connect devices, data, and decisions across the grid, helping customers modernize infrastructure, optimize operations, and deliver energy that is more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe, and sustainable.Behind every solution is a team of approximately 3,300 employees across more than 40 countries who are passionate about solving complex challenges, driving innovation, and making a meaningful impact for our utility customers and the communities they serve.Join Team Green and help shape the future of intelligent energy.For our Finance department at the company headquarters in Cham, near Zurich, we are looking for a highly motivated and precise Head of Consolidation and Accounting. In this challenging and rewarding role you will report directly to the VP Group Accounting &amp; Controlling. Your main responsibilities will among others include:<ul><li>Lead and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing and consolidation process for all legal entities of the Company.</li><li>Ensure accurate and complete financial reporting and high-quality management information.</li><li>Maintain and improve the Company’s accounting and reporting framework to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal governance requirements.</li><li>Supervise the preparation of statutory and consolidated financial statements and ensure all financial information is accurate and delivered within deadlines.</li><li>Oversee intercompany reconciliation and ensure alignment of reporting across entities.</li><li>Act as key contact for external auditors and ensure a smooth and efficient audit process. Provide accounting guidance and advice to the finance teams and management on complex transactions and reporting issues.</li><li>Develop and maintain accounting policies, process documentation, and internal controls. Support the CFO in financial reporting to management and shareholders, including analysis of financial results.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement, automation, and simplification of accounting and reporting processes.</li><li>Lead, coach, and develop the accounting and consolidation team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.</li></ul> This position requires the following skills &amp; experience:<ul><li>University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics. Professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA</li><li>Minimum 10 years of experience in accounting, consolidation, and reporting within an international or multi-entity environment.</li><li>Expertise with ERP and consolidation tools, especially in IBM Cognos.</li><li>Technical knowledge in accounting, consolidation, and financial reporting.</li><li>Proven experience in preparing consolidated financial statements and coordinating audits.</li><li>Strong understanding of accounting frameworks, in particular US GAAP/ IFRS and reporting processes.</li><li>Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, concise information for management.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across multiple levels of the organization.</li><li>Analytical and structured mindset combined with a hands-on approach.</li><li>Leadership capability to guide and motivate a small, high-performing team.</li><li>Fluent in English#L </li></ul> As a part of the Landis+Gyr family, employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan featuring a generous company match incentive.  Additionally, we offer three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) as well as eleven (11) paid holidays.  We also offer a tuition reimbursement program, optional pet insurance, supplemental medical coverage and a host of other perks to ensure the health, wellness, and enrichment of our team members. Pay is in the range of $168,800-$232,100 per year.  The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, and certifications or other professional licenses held.  All candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.    We're committed to shaping a better future for everyone. Join Team Green and be part of what's next in energy. #TeamGreen

Head of Consolidation and Accounting

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