Alpiq is one of Switzerland’s leading electricity producers and a key energy services provider across Europe. Headquartered in Lausanne and powered by a strong portfolio of hydropower, nuclear, and renewable energy sources, we’re all about impact, for the climate, for people, and for the security of supply
More than 1,300 colleagues from nearly 60 nationalities bring their energy to a shared purpose: Together for a better climate and an improved security of supply
We work in a values-driven culture shaped by trust, curiosity, and respect. Our 4 company values have been co-created with our employees and are embedded in everything we do as a company:
Mission
Performs settlement activities related to Assets, Origination, and Trading, including processing incoming and outgoing invoices and netting statements, primarily monthly. The role collaborates closely with Traders, Originators, Accounting, IT, and other operational teams in an international environment and communicates with external clients as required. In addition, it supports monthly closing activities, including accrual building and audit / legal requests, so that complete and accurate energy-related data is provided to Finance
The role covers a defined set of activities while also understanding a broader range of team activities to provide reliable back-up. Besides providing efficient and standardized daily operations, the role actively identifies process improvements within the team’s scope and contributes to change by supporting ad hoc Back Office projects
Perform settlement of deals related to Assets, Origination and Trading activities (incoming and outgoing invoices, netting statements), mostly on a monthly basis. Execute assigned settlement tasks end-to-end with required quality and on time; manage priorities and deadlines independently
Cooperate with colleagues from business like Traders & Originators, Accounting, IT and other operational teams within an international team. Work fully independently with a high degree of pro-activity when information is fragmented; escalate issues early and clearly
Communicate with external clients (predominantly via email)
Deliver excellent and reliable output in a timely and efficient manner; apply automated and self-control checks where applicable
Act as back-up within the team; increase coverage across colleagues’ activities as experience grows
Train Junior Settlement Specialists on assigned tasks, controls, and documentation
Strong focus on and actively engage in continuous improvement and efficiency of existing Back Office processes, with a keen interest in leveraging new technologies (like RPA, AI etc.) for further enhancements
Support with monthly closing, building accruals and audit requests
Actively participate in ad-hoc projects within the Back Office
Support the integration of new business requirements by testing the quality of data and interfaces between the systems
In this role, you ensure Alpiq’s assets, origination, and trading activities run smoothly by delivering accurate, timely, and well-controlled settlements and invoice flows. By investigating breaks early, coordinating efficiently with Traders, Originators, Finance, IT, and external counterparties, and applying robust controls and documentation, you reduce operational risk and provide reliable data that underpins sound financial reporting and month-end close. Through continuous improvement — standardizing processes, strengthening automation, and supporting projects and system changes — you help the Back Office scale with the business and continuously improve ways of working across European markets
Your Profile
High school or higher Education
Knowledge of Back Office processes – invoice to cash
Min 5 years working experience in similar position
Fluent in English
Ability to work fully independently and in a structured and reliable manner; high pro-activity; quick learner
Affinity to work with multiple systems and to adopt new technologies in daily work
Communication & collaboration; Clear, timely communication with team members and stakeholders to resolve breaks, questions, and process issues
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with experience in data management, reporting, and a clear focus on business process improvement and operational efficiency
Motivated and energetic individual passionate about supporting change and transformation
Curiosity & learning mindset, Essential – Advanced: understand the “why”, connect dots, build the bigger picture; broaden back-up coverage
Quality & control mindset; Consistently apply controls and documentation standards to minimize operational risk
Ability and interest to work in an international team
Knowledge of energy trading products and financial accounting