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. The Manager, North America Accounting is responsible for leading key accounting operations and month-end close activities across the North American legal entities. This role oversees accounting processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury support, lease accounting, intercompany accounting, and financial account reconciliations while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, and company policies. The position partners closely with the Corporate Controller, Finance leadership, internal stakeholders, and external auditors to drive accurate financial reporting, process improvements, and strong internal controls. 2.  Primary Responsibilities: Financial Close and Reporting<ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;"><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Lead and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities for North America.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Ensure timely and accurate completion of balance sheet reconciliations and account analyses.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Review and approve month-end journal entries, accruals, and accounting adjustments.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Support the preparation and system input of the legal entity reporting packages (Using Cognos Controller)</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Monitor accounting activities to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and corporate accounting policies.</li></ul>Accounting Operations<ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;"><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Manage month-end accrual processes and related supporting documentation.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Oversee lease accounting activities and ensure compliance with ASC 842 requirements.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Lead intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and dispute resolution across global entities.</li></ul> Controls, Compliance, and Audit<ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;"><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and maintain adequate documentation supporting key controls.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Coordinate internal and external audit requests and serve as a primary audit liaison for assigned areas.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Identify control gaps and implement process improvements to strengthen the control environment.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Maintain supporting documentation and audit-ready accounting records.</li></ul> Leadership and Continuous Improvement<ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;"><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Lead, develop, and mentor accounting team members through coaching, performance management, and career development.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure team effectiveness and service levels.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Partner with shared services, FP&amp;A, tax, treasury, and business leaders to improve processes and resolve issues.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Drive automation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives across accounting processes.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Support system implementations, upgrades, and finance transformation initiatives, including SAP and reporting tools.</li></ul>Additional Responsibilities<ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;"><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Support the Controller with special projects, acquisitions, integrations, and strategic initiatives.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.</li></ul> 3.  Education and Experience: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px;"><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">CPA certification a plus.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Experience managing month-end close processes in a multinational environment preferred.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Public accounting experience is a plus.</li></ul> 4.  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px;"><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;"><a></a>Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Experience with SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Experience with financial consolidation and reporting tools such as Cognos Controller.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Experience with Power BI, Power Query, or other business intelligence tools preferred.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Effective communicator with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and drive accountability.</li><li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman' , serif;">Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and process optimization.</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 $100,600 - $127,225 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.

Manager, 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. The Manager, North America Accounting is responsible for leading key accounting operations and month-end close activities across the North American legal entities. This role oversees accounting processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury support, lease accounting, intercompany accounting, and financial account reconciliations while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, and company policies. The position partners closely with the Corporate Controller, Finance leadership, internal stakeholders, and external auditors to drive accurate financial reporting, process improvements, and strong internal controls. 2.  Primary Responsibilities: Financial Close and Reporting<ul><li>Lead and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities for North America.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate completion of balance sheet reconciliations and account analyses.</li><li>Review and approve month-end journal entries, accruals, and accounting adjustments.</li><li>Support the preparation and system input of the legal entity reporting packages (Using Cognos Controller)</li><li>Monitor accounting activities to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and corporate accounting policies.</li></ul>Accounting Operations<ul><li>Manage month-end accrual processes and related supporting documentation.</li><li>Oversee lease accounting activities and ensure compliance with ASC 842 requirements.</li><li>Lead intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and dispute resolution across global entities.</li></ul> Controls, Compliance, and Audit<ul><li>Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and maintain adequate documentation supporting key controls.</li><li>Coordinate internal and external audit requests and serve as a primary audit liaison for assigned areas.</li><li>Identify control gaps and implement process improvements to strengthen the control environment.</li><li>Maintain supporting documentation and audit-ready accounting records.</li></ul> Leadership and Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Lead, develop, and mentor accounting team members through coaching, performance management, and career development.</li><li>Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure team effectiveness and service levels.</li><li>Partner with shared services, FP&amp;A, tax, treasury, and business leaders to improve processes and resolve issues.</li><li>Drive automation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives across accounting processes.</li><li>Support system implementations, upgrades, and finance transformation initiatives, including SAP and reporting tools.</li></ul>Additional Responsibilities<ul><li>Support the Controller with special projects, acquisitions, integrations, and strategic initiatives.</li><li>Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.</li></ul> 3.  Education and Experience: <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.</li><li>CPA certification a plus.</li><li>7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities.</li><li>Experience managing month-end close processes in a multinational environment preferred.</li><li>Public accounting experience is a plus.</li></ul> 4.  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: <ul><li><a></a>Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks.</li><li>Experience with SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA.</li><li>Experience with financial consolidation and reporting tools such as Cognos Controller.</li><li>Experience with Power BI, Power Query, or other business intelligence tools preferred.</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.</li><li>Effective communicator with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization.</li><li>Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and drive accountability.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and process optimization.</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 $100,600 - $127,225 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

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