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INTRODUCTION

Schneider Electric has a hybrid opportunity (2-3 days a week from the office) for an Associate Controller, Technical Accounting to be based in Nashville, TN or Boston, MA.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As an Associate Controller in Technical Accounting, you will:

• Ensure IFRS Compliance: Apply and interpret IFRS standards.
• Manage Complex Accounting Areas: Leases, investments, rebates, provisions, revenue, restructuring, among other complex areas.
• Lead Financial Close Activities: Participate in monthly close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries and reconciliations, reporting package promotion, variance analysis, and results presentation.
• Prepare and Analyze Data: Perform data analytics utilizing various data platforms and sources (SQL, Tableau, PowerBI, etc.) and interpret results of analytics to drive conversation and informed decision-making.
• Support Audits: Prepare schedules for internal and external audits, perform transaction testing, and support other audit inquiries.
• Drive Process Transformation: Contribute to automation and standardization initiatives, addressing challenges with non-standardized data across ERP platforms (SAP Bridge, S4 HANA, HFM, and various other systems).
• Collaborate Across Teams: Build strong relationships with Finance, Operations, Plant Controllers, Legal, and investment entities (SE Ventures) to facilitate collaborative environment of trust and partnership.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $117,600 - $176,400 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits), flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Master’s in Accounting or MBA is preferred.
• CPA license required.

Experience:

• 3+ years of public accounting experience (Big 4 or Tier 2 preferred).
• Exposure to manufacturing, construction, software, or contract-driven industries is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of IFRS standards.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience or interest in data analytics (SQL, Tableau, Power Query) highly valued.
• Experience with or interest in process transformation and continuous improvement.
• ERP experience (SAP, HFM, Dynamics, or similar).

Soft Skills:

• Self-starter with strong research and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to interact with senior leadership.
• Collaborative mindset to build relationships across multiple teams.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Why Schneider Electric?

• High visibility and exposure to senior leadership.
• Opportunity to transition from public accounting to a global industry leader.
• Growth potential within a dynamic and innovative organization.

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

EEO Statement

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 or conduct.