Head of Consolidation and Accounting

Landis+Gyr; Cham; Vor Ort; CHF 180.000 - 260.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Landis+Gyr in Cham, near Zurich, seeks a highly motivated Head of Consolidation and Accounting to lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closes for all entities. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain the consolidation framework, and supervise statutory and group statements.

You will coordinate intercompany reconciliation, interact with external auditors, and guide the finance team on complex transactions while driving process improvements and automation.

Qualifikationen

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA/Swiss) is an advantage.
• 10+ years of accounting, consolidation, and reporting experience.
• Experience with ERP and consolidation tools, especially IBM Cognos.
• Strong IFRS/US GAAP knowledge and reporting experience.
• Ability to translate complex data for management.
• Fluent in English; German skills beneficial.

Aufgaben

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing and consolidation for all entities.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and quality management information.
• Maintain and improve accounting/reporting framework for compliance.
• Supervise statutory and consolidated financial statements and deadlines.
• Oversee intercompany reconciliation and reporting alignment.
• Serve as key contact for external auditors and advise finance teams.
• Develop accounting policies, process docs, and internal controls; support CFO.
• Drive continuous improvement, automation, and simplification.
• Lead, coach, and develop the consolidation team.

Kenntnisse

Finance

Accounting

Consolidation

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Change management

Ausbildung

University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

CPA/ACCA/Swiss accounting qualification (advantage)

Tools

IBM Cognos

ERP systems

Jobbeschreibung

At Landis+Gyr, we don’t just manage energy - we lead the transformation toward a smarter and more sustainable energy future. Landis+Gyr empowers utilities and consumers to optimize energy usage through advanced metering, grid-edge intelligence, and powerful data analytics. Today, our global team of about 3,100 professionals is shaping the digital energy era — developing innovative technologies that support decarbonization, grid modernization, and real-time energy insights.

Intelligent Energy, Delivered!

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 & Controlling.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing and consolidation process for all legal entities of the Company.
• Ensure accurate and complete financial reporting and high-quality management information.
• Maintain and improve the Company’s accounting and reporting framework to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal governance requirements.
• Supervise the preparation of statutory and consolidated financial statements and ensure all financial information is accurate and delivered within deadlines.
• Oversee intercompany reconciliation and ensure alignment of reporting across entities.
• 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.
• 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.
• Drive continuous improvement, automation, and simplification of accounting and reporting processes.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting and consolidation team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics. Professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, or Swiss Certified Accountant is an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in accounting, consolidation, and reporting within an international or multi-entity environment.
• Expertise with ERP and consolidation tools, especially in IBM Cognos.
• Technical knowledge in accounting, consolidation, and financial reporting.
• Proven experience in preparing consolidated financial statements and coordinating audits.
• Strong understanding of accounting frameworks, in particular US GAAP/ IFRS and reporting processes.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, concise information for management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across multiple levels of the organization.
• Analytical and structured mindset combined with a hands‑on approach.
• Leadership capability to guide and motivate a small, high‑performing team.
• Fluent in English; German language skills beneficial.

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