Manager, Accounting & Reporting — Alcon
- Location
- Fribourg
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 29 days ago
Role overview
At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly.
With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health.
We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before.
- At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly.
- With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health.
Application process
- If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site. Find Jobs for Employees Find Jobs for Contingent Worker
Company and context
- Strategically coordinate and prioritize team activities, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of high-quality outputs that meet organizational expectations and deadlines. Champion a culture of collaboration WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON: Education & Experience :
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field;
- Chartered Accountant or equivalent international certification preferred (e.g., CPA, ACCA).
- Solid accounting and reporting experience within multinational organizations and/or within accounting audit firm with a strong record in accounting revenue Previous exposure to SOX, IFRS essential Technical skills :
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting principles
- Solid knowledge of revenue processes and internal controls
- Experience with SAP and reporting tools (e.g., FCRS, APMR) Proficiency in Excel and data analysis
- Ability to work with large datasets and ensure data accuracy Soft skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work cross functional and multicultural teams, with a collaborative and agile mindset.
Additional details
- The Manager also champions process automation, talent development, and a culture of continuous improvement in support of Alcon’s broader business and DEI priorities. In this role, a typical day will include: Revenue Accounting & Reporting
- Proactively monitor the completeness and accuracy of revenue data, collaborating cross-functionally to resolve discrepancies and ensure the integrity of financial information. Close, Controls & Compliance
- Lead the timely identification, resolution, and remediation of reconciliation items to ensure accurate financial reporting and sustained compliance with internal and external requirements. Business Partnering & Coordination
- Drive alignment between financial reporting and business performance insights by proactively facilitating communication and knowledge sharing among diverse stakeholders, ensuring clarity and consistency across geographical regions. Process Improvement & Projects
- Champion digitalization by supporting the implementation of new systems, tools, and accounting requirements, proactively adapting processes and reporting to align with evolving standards. Team Leadership & Support
- Strategically coordinate and prioritize team activities, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of high-quality outputs that meet organizational expectations and deadlines. Champion a culture of collaboration WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON: Education & Experience :
- Solid accounting and reporting experience within multinational organizations and/or within accounting audit firm with a strong record in accounting revenue Previous exposure to SOX, IFRS essential
- Experience with SAP and reporting tools (e.g., FCRS, APMR) Proficiency in Excel and data analysis
- Ability to work with large datasets and ensure data accuracy
- Proactive mindset with focus on continuous improvement Ability to prioritize
Notes and original content
- The Manager also champions process automation, talent development, and a culture of continuous improvement in support of Alcon’s broader business and DEI priorities.
- In this role, a typical day will include:
- Revenue Accounting & Reporting
- Proactively monitor the completeness and accuracy of revenue data, collaborating cross-functionally to resolve discrepancies and ensure the integrity of financial information.
- Close, Controls & Compliance
- Lead the timely identification, resolution, and remediation of reconciliation items to ensure accurate financial reporting and sustained compliance with internal and external requirements.
- Business Partnering & Coordination
- Drive alignment between financial reporting and business performance insights by proactively facilitating communication and knowledge sharing among diverse stakeholders, ensuring clarity and consistency across geographical regions.
- Process Improvement & Projects
- Champion digitalization by supporting the implementation of new systems, tools, and accounting requirements, proactively adapting processes and reporting to align with evolving standards.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Alcon offer for this role?
Alcon lists CHF 109'000 - 167'000 gross per year for this position in Fribourg. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Alcon offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Alcon during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Fribourg?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Fribourg can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Fribourg's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Alcon?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Alcon's original listing at alcon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
