Accounting Analyst

Brown-Forman; Milano; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading company in the FMCG sector is seeking an experienced Accountant for their Milano office. The role involves ensuring compliance with US GAAP and local regulations while collaborating with business partners to enhance financial records and support internal controls. Ideal candidates will have strong accounting skills, fluency in English and Italian, and experience with SAP. This position offers a chance to grow within a supportive and inclusive culture.

Servizi

Equitable pay structures

Supportive work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Competenze

• Experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Google Sheets, Docs, Slides, and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and local tax regulations.

Mansioni

• Ensure timely accuracy of financial statements and general ledger data.
• Assist in providing insightful analysis of Italy operations and financial performance.
• Identify control gaps and seek opportunities to improve accounting processes.

Conoscenze

Fluency in English

Fluency in Italian

Strong interpersonal skills

High integrity

Formazione

ACCA qualification or in progress

Strumenti

SAP

Google Sheets

Google Docs

Google Slides

Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

This role, based in Milano, has the primary responsibility for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records in compliance with US GAAP, Local GAAP, and B-F internal policies and procedures. Responsibilities include partnering with the business to provide advice on accounting and compliance matters, leading system implementations, and supporting regional controllers with process improvements and ad hoc analysis. Internally, your title will be Accountant.

What You Can Expect

• Integrity of Financial Records
• Ensure timely accuracy of financial statements and general ledger data, including journal entries, ledger reconciliations, tax compliance, and month-end close activities.
• Prepare account analysis, journal review, and Blackline reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Italy business partners to resolve accounting issues and provide support with clear communication of quantitative and qualitative information.
• Address tight deadlines related to month-end closing, financial reporting, audit data preparation, and tax declarations.
• Ensure compliance with local taxation and statutory requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors and consultants for VAT and compliance work.
• Manage Material Ledger close, prepaid, and fixed asset entries during monthly close.
• Post accruals, reconcile bank accounts, and ensure timely tax payments.

Analysis & Business Partnering

• Assist in providing insightful analysis of Italy operations and financial performance.
• Partner with corporate tax, legal, treasury, and other regional accounting teams.
• Supervise intercompany billing and accounting, including quarterly MSA invoices.

Internal Control and Process Improvement

• Identify control gaps and assess internal controls, providing training on policies and processes.
• Proactively seek opportunities to improve and streamline accounting processes.

Special Projects

• Manage multiple projects under tight deadlines and handle ad hoc requests related to regional activities.

What You Bring to the Table

• Experience in a similar role.
• Fluency in English and Italian.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP platforms.
• Proficiency in Google Sheets, Docs, Slides, and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and high integrity.

What Makes You Unique

• ACCA qualification or in progress.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and local tax regulations.
• Experience in FMCG or liquor industry is a plus.

Who We Are

We believe great people build great brands. At Brown-Forman, you will grow professionally and personally, solving problems, seizing opportunities, and bringing your best self to work. We value teamwork, diversity, and an inclusive culture that fosters creativity and trust.

Many Spirits, One Brown-Forman

We are recognized globally as a Great Place to Work, cultivating a caring culture where our employees thrive and succeed.

What We Offer

Our Total Rewards program is designed to engage our people and ensure sustainable growth, offering equitable pay structures and a supportive work environment.