External Financial Reporting Manager

About the role

Alcon is seeking an External Financial Reporting Manager to lead quarterly and annual external reporting, SEC filings, and IFRS compliance for its dual‑listed, global organization. Based in Fort Worth, Texas, you will ensure accurate, transparent financial statements and support strong governance.

Key responsibilities

• Execute quarterly and annual external financial reporting in line with IFRS, SEC, and Swiss SIX requirements, including preparation, review, tie‑outs, and XBRL oversight.
• Own financial statement disclosures and SOX 404 controls, maintaining documentation, audit readiness, and adherence to accounting policies.
• Coordinate cross‑functional inputs (Technical Accounting, Consolidations, Tax, Treasury, Investor Relations, Legal, Operations) to manage the earnings calendar and disclose significant transactions.
• Partner with technical accounting to assess impacts of new standards (e.g., IFRS 18) and major transactions on external reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement, automation, and support external audits while identifying SOX/process enhancements.
• Collaborate with team members for cross‑training and rotation while maintaining ownership of assigned areas.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (e.g., high school + 13 years, Associate + 9 years, M.S. + 2 years, PhD + 0 years).
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in external financial reporting.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• Preferred CPA or Chartered Accountant certification.

Required skills

• IFRS reporting expertise.
• SEC filing experience, including XBRL.
• SOX 404 control knowledge.
• Technical accounting foundation (IFRS or US GAAP).
• Analytical and critical‑thinking abilities with strong attention to detail.