Chief Accountant to Schneider Electric- Copenhagen

WorkID; København; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Mpya Finance AB, recruiting on behalf of Schneider Electric in Copenhagen, seeks a Chief Accountant to manage financial reporting across Nordic/Baltic entities and collaborate with the global SSC in India.

You will lead closings, balance sheet ownership, and drive process improvements in a multinational finance team. Requires Danish accounting experience and SAP/Excel proficiency.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting/finance or equivalent.
• 3+ years Danish accounting experience, preferably global.
• Experience with Shared Service Center is a plus.
• Strong SAP/Excel and MS tools skills.
• Fluent Danish and English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high quality and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Lead monthly and quarterly closings in IFRS and local GAAP.
• Own balance sheet accuracy and reviews.
• Own annual reports, tax returns and tax reporting.
• Lead Balance Sheet Review meetings with stakeholders.
• Coordinate and drive external audits for entities.
• Drive simplification, standardization and process improvements.
• Participate in finance projects and ad hoc analyses.

Skills

Accounting

Danish-English fluent

IFRS knowledge

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Chief Accountant to Schneider Electric- Copenhagen

Mpya Finance AB

Mpya Finance is recruiting a Chief Accountant to Schneider Electric in Copenhagen – a key role for you who want to combine technical accounting expertise with impact, development and an international context.

If you are looking to advance your career, this is your opportunity to take the next step and develop together with Schneider.

At Schneider Electric, sustainability, innovation and performance go hand in hand. This is an opportunity to become a trusted financial partner in an organization that is actively shaping the future of energy.

About the role

As Chief Accountant, you will play a central role in ensuring high-quality financial reporting and compliance across the Nordic and Baltic entities, working closely with the global Shared Service Center in India. You will be part of a strong, international finance organization where collaboration, continuous improvement and professional development are highly valued.

The role offers both responsibility and variety – from statutory reporting and balance sheet ownership to process improvements and cross-border collaboration.

Your main responsibilities

• Ensure high quality and accuracy in financial reporting
• Lead monthly and quarterly closings in accordance with IFRS and local GAAP
• Full responsibility for balance sheet accuracy and reviews
• Ownership of annual reports, income tax returns and tax reporting
• Lead Balance Sheet Review meetings and collaborate with key stakeholders
• Coordinate and drive external audits for assigned legal entities
• Drive simplification, standardization and continuous improvement of accounting processes
• Participate in finance projects, system improvements and ad hoc analyses

Who are we looking for

To succeed in this role, we believe you have a solid accounting foundation and the confidence to take ownership in a complex, international environment.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent
• At least 3 years of experience working with Danish accounting, preferably in a global organization
• Experience working with a Shared Service Center (meritorious)
• Strong skills in SAP (or similar), Excel and other MS tools
• Fluency in Danish and English, both written and spoken

As a person, you are structured, methodical, and quality-driven. You take ownership of your responsibilities, work proactively, and thrive in a complex international environment. At the same time, you are a true team player who enjoys collaborating closely with colleagues and stakeholders across functions and geographies.

We believe that success in this role comes from balancing strong individual accountability with a collaborative mindset. You build trust easily, communicate clearly, and actively contribute to the team's results and development. You enjoy sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and working together to achieve common goals.

What Schneider Electric offers

At Schneider Electric, you will join a globally recognized company with a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation and people development. You will be part of a professional and forward-looking finance organization where you are encouraged to grow, challenge existing ways of working and develop your career over time.

This is a role where your expertise truly matters – and where you can make a real impact.

Learn more at www.se.com