Accounting Manager

Education First; Milano; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Education First is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial reporting for their operations in Italy. This role involves direct ownership of monthly close processes, ensuring compliance with statutory accounting standards and tax regulations.

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of finance or accounting experience, a degree in a relevant field, and be fluent in both English and Italian. Join a supportive culture focused on professional growth within a dynamic international environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of finance or accounting experience.
• Strong technical understanding of accounting principles and controls.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership in a hands-on role.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day accounting and financial reporting for Italy.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of trial balances.
• Support preparation of VAT, CIT, and statutory filings.

Skills

Finance or accounting experience

Knowledge of Italian GAAP

Fluent in English and Italian

Attention to detail

Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance

Job description

EF is looking for an experienced finance professional to join our international team as Accounting Manager. You will take direct ownership of monthly close, statutory accounting, tax compliance, and process improvement, working closely with our finance operations team, business process outsourcing (BPO) provider, and external advisors.

This role offers full responsibility for accounting outputs and is suited to someone who enjoys working in detail and owning the accuracy and completeness of financials.

Key Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day accounting and financial reporting for Italy
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of trial balances, reconciliations, and monthly and year‑end close
• Support preparation of VAT, CIT, and statutory filings (in collaboration with external advisors)
• Act as liaison to EF's BPO provider for R2R, O2C, and P2P performance
• Prepare audit materials and internal reports, ensuring compliance with EF's internal control standards
• Contribute to standardization, automation, and system rollouts
• Work cross‑functionally with regional, local, and centralized teams
• Collaborate with the Regional Finance Leadership and Regional Operations Team

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of finance or accounting experience
• Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance
• Strong technical understanding of accounting principles and controls
• Solid understanding of Italian GAAP, VAT, and statutory requirements
• Ability to operate in a fast‑paced, international environment with evolving processes
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and comfortable taking ownership in a hands‑on role
• Fluent in English and Italian, both written and spoken
• Experience in a matrix organization and/or shared service environment

Why Join Us?

We are looking for someone who wants to grow within EF over the long term and take increasing ownership over larger scopes.

Opportunity to shape and strengthen the finance function in a dynamic, international environment.

Supportive culture focused on professional growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Note: This role description is not exhaustive. Responsibilities and reporting lines may evolve to meet the changing needs of the organization.