Application Guide

How to Apply for Executive, R2R

at Landis+Gyr

🏢 About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a global leader in energy management solutions, empowering utilities and consumers to build a smarter, more sustainable grid. With a strong focus on innovation and environmental stewardship, the company offers a unique opportunity to contribute to energy efficiency worldwide while working remotely in India.

About This Role

As an Executive, R2R (Record to Report), you will be the backbone of financial accuracy, managing month-end close activities in SAP, preparing reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with SOX controls. Your work directly supports global reporting and process improvements, making a tangible impact on the company's financial integrity and efficiency.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day starts with checking emails and prioritizing tasks for the month-end close. You spend the morning posting journals in SAP, reconciling intercompany accounts, and preparing balance sheet schedules. Afternoon involves collaborating with regional teams via video calls to resolve discrepancies, followed by reviewing reports in Cognos and identifying process improvements.

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🎯 Who Landis+Gyr Is Looking For

  • A seasoned GL professional with 6+ years of experience in medium-to-large organizations, comfortable with complex month-end close processes and intercompany reconciliations.
  • An SAP expert (ECC or S/4HANA) who can navigate journals, fixed asset accounting, and reporting modules with ease; Cognos experience is a must.
  • A semi-qualified CA, M.Com, or B.Com graduate with a strong grasp of SOX/internal controls and a proactive approach to process improvements.
  • An excellent communicator with high customer service orientation, able to collaborate seamlessly across global teams and time zones.

📝 Tips for Applying to Landis+Gyr

1

Highlight your SAP ECC/S/4HANA expertise explicitly, including specific modules you've used (e.g., FI-GL, AA, CO). Mention any SAP certifications or advanced training.

2

Quantify your experience with month-end close timelines (e.g., 'Closed books within 5 business days for a $500M revenue subsidiary') to demonstrate efficiency.

3

Emphasize your experience with SOX compliance and internal controls—mention any audits you've supported or led.

4

Showcase your ability to work remotely by including examples of self-management, cross-time-zone collaboration, and virtual team communication.

5

Tailor your resume to include 'Cognos' as a keyword, and describe how you used it for reporting or analysis.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your deep experience with SAP-based month-end close and intercompany reconciliations, especially in a global context.', 'Your commitment to process improvement—cite a specific example where you streamlined a GL process or reduced close time.', "Your understanding of SOX/internal controls and how you've ensured compliance in previous roles.", "Your enthusiasm for contributing to Landis+Gyr's mission of energy efficiency and sustainability."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read Landis+Gyr's latest sustainability report to understand their environmental goals and how finance supports them.
  • → Explore their product portfolio (smart meters, grid analytics) to connect your role to their business impact.
  • → Check recent news or press releases about Landis+Gyr's digital transformation or SAP implementations.
  • → Review the company's LinkedIn page for insights into culture and employee testimonials about remote work.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your month-end close process in SAP—what steps do you take, and how do you ensure accuracy?
2 Describe a time you identified and implemented a process improvement in the R2R cycle. What was the impact?
3 How do you handle intercompany reconciliations, especially when discrepancies arise with foreign entities?
4 Explain your experience with SOX controls—can you give an example of a control you tested or documented?
5 How do you prioritize tasks during a tight month-end close while managing ad-hoc requests from stakeholders?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't underestimate the importance of SAP—failing to demonstrate specific, hands-on experience with ECC or S/4HANA will disqualify you.
  • Avoid vague statements about 'process improvement'—be ready with concrete examples and measurable results.
  • Don't ignore the remote aspect—show that you have a dedicated workspace and experience with virtual collaboration tools.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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