Legrand is a global specialist in electrical and digital infrastructure, committed to delivering innovative solutions for mission-critical environments, including data centers. LDCS offers highly customizable, cutting-edge solutions designed for performance, energy efficiency, and the evolving needs of modern IT environments. Our comprehensive portfolio includes structured cabling, power distribution, cooling, containment systems, and more. Leveraging the expertise of brands such as Minkels, Raritan, Server Technology, USystems, Starline, and Modulan, we support business continuity and operational efficiency at the highest standards.
Role Overview:
The Financial Controller – Legrand Europe Data Center Engineering & Services is responsible for managing all financial planning, reporting, and controlling activities for a recently acquired entity that is being integrated into Legrand Group. This role ensures the accuracy, transparency, and compliance of financial information while acting as the primary finance partner to the local leadership team. The Financial Controller oversees the alignment of budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and cash flow processes with Legrand Group standards, while maintaining compliance with local statutory requirements. This hands-on position combines operational execution with strategic insight, providing actionable financial analysis to support decision-making, improve profitability, control costs, and ensure the smooth integration of the entity into the Legrand Group. Position of the function in the organization:
• Direct report to: General Manager of Amperio Project GmbH
• Functional reporting to: Group Finance & LDCS Finance
Location: Morat, Switzerland
Start Date: 01/10/2025
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent position
Key Responsibilities:
1. Business Partnering & Strategy Support
• Act as the key financial advisor to the local leadership team, providing guidance and recommendations specifically on the docking and integration of the entity into Legrand’s financial model, policies, and procedures.
• Support strategic initiatives such as pricing strategy, operational footprint optimization, and digital transformation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, HR, and Supply Chain to align financial and business objectives.
• Ensure management is informed of financial implications, risks, and opportunities during the docking process to enable informed decision-making.
2. Financial Planning & Analyses
• Lead financial planning and reporting for the entity, ensuring alignment with Legrand Group standards and integration processes.
• Deliver accurate management reporting, P&L analysis, and business reviews to the local leadership team.
• Drive annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide financial modelling to evaluate investment opportunities, CAPEX, and operational initiatives.
3. Controlling & Business Performance
• Monitor performance against budget and forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure robust project controlling, including budget preparation, financial tracking, variance analysis, and post-project reviews to secure profitability and cost control.
• Provide insights to improve margins, operational efficiency, and cost control.
• Ensure consistency and reliability of KPIs and dashboards across the entity.
• Partner with business units on investment decisions, operational projects, and post-acquisition integration efforts.
4. Compliance & Risk Management
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, Swiss statutory regulations, and Legrand Group financial policies.
• Strengthen internal controls and standardize processes as part of the entity’s docking to Group standards.
• Coordinate audits and manage financial risk proactively.
5. Tax & Treasury
• Oversee cash flow planning, working capital optimization, and liquidity management.
• Support tax compliance, intercompany transactions, and transfer pricing alignment with Group guidelines.
• Ensure consistent application of treasury policies across the entity. Qualifications &
Experience:
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in controlling or finance roles, ideally in an international and industrial/tech environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Advanced Excel expertise; proficiency with ERP systems and data tools.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with confidence in presenting to senior stakeholders and engaging with operational teams.
• Hands-on, proactive, and self-sufficient, able to identify issues and implement solutions independently.
• Continuous improvement mindset, with a focus on operational efficiency, cost control, and margin analysis.
• Fluent in French and English (written and spoken); proficiency in German is a plus.
Additional information:
• Strong interaction with Group Finance and LDCS Operations
• Position requires both strategic perspective and operational execution
• Travel across European LDCS sites and Legrand headquarters as required
• High exposure to Group Executive Management
What we offer:
• A strategic finance role in a fast-growing, innovative business within a global group
• High visibility and impact, with autonomy to shape financial processes and integration efforts
• Career development opportunities within Legrand’s international finance network
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity, innovation, and respect
• Competitive compensation and benefits package in line with market standards
Contact: Please send your CV electronically to adrien.lefebvre@legrand.com.
We look forward to hearing from you!