Accounting Manager

Are you a people leader with an inspiring and empowering approach? Are you eager to use your financial expertise in an international context while connecting people and enabling global cooperation? Do you want to set the direction and steer us towards the next level of global accounting operations through implementing best practices?

Become a part of management in our Finance function
[xxxxx] is a Danish technology company and a world leading supplier of intelligent metering solutions and services. We have a strong focus on developing the most innovative and value-adding intelligent metering solutions and services for energy- and water consumption. Our ambition is to transform meter data into insights that will help utilities optimize the production and distribution of clean water and energy.

With direct reference to our Head of Group Accounting, you will manage a dedicated team consisting of two Team Coordinators and eight Accounting Assistants, that handles operational tasks within AR, AP, travel, and general ledger at our headquarters, as well as cooperate closely with our subsidiaries. As [xxxxx] is on an international growth journey, we are exploring opportunities to further optimize and professionalize our ways of working based on best practices, and we are ready for you to lead us to the next level of global accounting.

Accounting Manager with focus on team development and process optimization
In the position as Accounting Manager, your most important responsibility is to lead the team to successfully deliver on your objectives by being an engaging and motivating lead of your team. This will include daily management, having one-on-one conversations, being a sparring partner, challenge as is while empowering your team to make decisions and implement new ways of working. Furthermore, as a global process owner within the accounting area, you must ensure continuous development of processes focusing on standardization, optimization, and automation.

More specifically your tasks will be:

• Being a present, motivating and engaging manager
• Inspire to challenge ways of working and implement initiatives to make the team a center of excellence
• Break down strategy to tangible tasks and objectives leading the accounting function to the next level
• Ensure continuous development of processes that embraces an international organization
• Securing a cross-country collaboration and a strong relationship with subsidiaries

Personality matters
As a manager you encourage teamwork as well as value each team member and always keep motivation high, whether through pep talks, 1:1 feedback, recognition, or celebrating achievements. Furthermore, you meet your team where they are, and show understanding, while always maintaining a positive outlook even during challenging periods. You promote open communication and create a supportive environment where constructive discussions lead the way to uncovering pitfalls and discovering new solutions. You are known for your ability to communicate clearly while you understand that listening actively and asking with the intention to understand are equally important.

You have an economic degree in Finance, Economics, or Business Administration, experience of working in a global organization. You have a proven track record of developing new ways of working, creating global standardization and implementing automation tools to accommodate the growth of the organization.

It is a requirement that you master English and Danish on a professional level – both orally and written.

We offer more than just a job
You will become part of an industry-leading company with a positive working environment, where sparing and development of competences is a natural part of everyday life. You will enter a brilliant management team with complementing competencies, who collaborate to deliver high business value. Becoming our new Accounting Manager is a unique opportunity to make your mark and set the direction of our Financial Accounting function globally.

We offer flexible working hours and numerous employee benefits at our headquarters, including a healthy canteen, free fruit, fitness facilities, in-house dental clinic, hairdresser, and a free health clinic. Moreover, we have an active employee association.

Do you want to be a part of [xxxxx]?
Please submit your application by using the link below. Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis, but you can expect a response within six weeks.

The job will be located at [xxxxx]'s headquarters in Stilling, between Aarhus and Skanderborg.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Head of Group Accounting, Peter Stenholt Randrup on phone: +[xxxxx].

About [xxxxx]
[xxxxx] develops, produces, and sells smart energy and water meters, relating reading systems, data analysis tools, and services to utilities and other users worldwide. Through our leadership, expertise, and passion for partnership, we always think forward in pursuit of a brighter energy future; one that advances the performance of every customer, whilst creating lasting value for the communities they serve. We take responsibility for how we act, and we are committed to reducing waste to secure clean water and energy for a maximum number of people.

[xxxxx] has over 1.700 employees in more than 20 countries with headquarters in Denmark. [xxxxx] has a healthy economy, growth rates and a strong focus on development of technology and staff. You can read more about [xxxxx] on our website where you can also see our annual report as well as our sustainability report. You can also follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook, to be updated on latest news and vacant positions.