Accounting Manager F/H

Schneider Electric North America; Grenoble; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading global energy company in Grenoble is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager. This role involves leading accounting teams, ensuring financial integrity, and driving transformation initiatives. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, including managerial responsibilities, with a strong understanding of accounting regulations. A Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required, along with fluency in English. This position offers opportunities for career development within a collaborative work environment.

Prestations

Continuous learning opportunities

High-impact leadership role

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience with 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong understanding of accounting and tax regulations.
• Fluency in English (C1 level) essential.

Responsabilités

• Define and implement accounting vision and structure.
• Lead and develop multiple accounting teams.
• Oversee financial closing processes and audits.
• Drive transformation initiatives and change management.

Connaissances

Leadership

Team Management

Accounting Knowledge

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Negotiation

Formation

Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Bac +5)

Description du poste

What will you do?

• As an Accounting Manager, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring the financial integrity and operational excellence of the accounting function. Your responsibilities will include:
  • Defining and implementing the vision, structure, and resources needed to meet accounting goals.
  • Leading and developing multiple accounting teams, ensuring performance, engagement, and compliance with HR policies.
  • Overseeing all financial closing processes and ensuring the accuracy of financial statements.
  • Managing audits and ensuring timely certification of accounts.
  • Driving transformation initiatives and supporting change management.
  • Ensuring compliance with legal, tax, and internal control standards.
  • Representing the organization in internal and external engagements.
  • Contributing to strategic planning and aligning accounting operations with global financial strategies.

Skills and capabilities for success

• Proven leadership and team management experience in a complex environment.
• Deep knowledge of accounting and tax regulations.
• Strong decision-making and strategic thinking abilities.
• Project management experience and change leadership skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Emotional intelligence and the ability to foster a psychologically safe and collaborative work environment.
• Ability to influence, negotiate, and work effectively in a multicultural context.

What’s in it for you

• A high-impact leadership role within a global, innovative organization.
• Opportunities to shape and implement strategic financial processes.
• A collaborative, multicultural work environment.
• Continuous learning and career development opportunities.
• The chance to represent the company in high-level internal and external forums.

Reporting

You will report to a senior finance leader, such as a Finance Accounting Director. This is a leadership role where you will manage an accounting team and collaborate with internal stakeholders across business units and global finance teams. You will also interact with external partners, including auditors and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications for success

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Bac +5).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in accounting, including 3–5 years in a managerial or strategic role.
• Strong command of accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Experience in team leadership and performance management.
• Familiarity with project management and transformation initiatives.
• Fluency in English (C1 level) and ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Application and equal opportunity

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.