Accounting Manager / Responsabile Amministrativo - Italy

Global Accounting Network; Roma; Ibrido; EUR 50.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading international organization in Italy is seeking a Financial Controller to lead accounting operations. You will drive financial performance and operational excellence while ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has extensive finance experience, deep knowledge of IFRS and Italian GAAP, and is fluent in English and Italian. This hybrid role requires travel to Milan and Alessandria.

Servizi

Career growth opportunities

Autonomy and ownership in role

Supportive leadership team

Competenze

• Several years of finance and accounting experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Deep technical accounting knowledge with IFRS and Italian GAAP experience.
• Meticulous attention to detail with a drive for accuracy.

Mansioni

• Oversee financial reporting, general ledger, and reconciliations.
• Lead accounts payable, receivable, and invoicing functions.
• Implement billing and collection processes, managing stakeholder relationships.

Conoscenze

Finance and accounting experience

Fluent in Italian and English

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Advanced Excel

Strong ERP knowledge

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Our client is a well-established and highly respected international organisation with a strong footprint in Italy and across Europe. We’re looking for a Financial Controller to lead the accounting operations in Italy. Reporting to the Head of Finance – Italy, with a dotted line to the Regional Financial Controller – Europe, you’ll be at the heart of strategic financial decision-making.

This is a high-visibility role where your insights and leadership will directly shape the company’s financial performance. You'll be empowered to drive operational excellence, streamline processes, and build strong partnerships across functions.

Location: This is a hybrid role but travel to Milan and Alessandria will be needed on a regular basis.

Salary: € 50 000 – 55 000

Notice Period: 1 Month or less - this role is needing to be filled asap

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Oversee and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, general ledger, and monthly reconciliations.
• Lead the end-to-end accounts payable, receivable, and invoicing functions.
• Implement a best-in-class billing and collection process, managing stakeholder relationships with professionalism and tact.
• Drive procurement efficiency, ensuring compliance with policies and delivering value for money.
• Maintain a robust fixed asset register and oversee acquisitions / disposals.
• Lead the internal controls environment, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and tax requirements.
• Manage local cash flow, banking relationships, audits, and tax matters.
• Collaborate with HR on payroll posting and reconciliation.
• Champion the effective use of finance systems – training users and optimising performance.
• Ensure comprehensive insurance coverage for the business at all times.

What We\'re Looking For

• Several years of finance and accounting experience in a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Deep technical accounting knowledge, with strong IFRS and Italian GAAP experience.
• Meticulous attention to detail with a drive for operational accuracy.
• Fluent in Italian and English (written and verbal).
• Strong interpersonal skills – confident in influencing and collaborating across all levels.
• Resilient, flexible, and able to manage shifting priorities with ease.
• Advanced Excel and strong systems / ERP knowledge (implementation experience a plus).
• Self-starter mindset – proactive, resourceful, and results-driven.

Why Join

• Make an Impact: This is your chance to shape finance operations for an entire country.
• Career Growth: Be part of a forward-looking finance team with regional exposure and development opportunities.
• Autonomy & Ownership: Enjoy the freedom to lead your area while being supported by a collaborative leadership team.
• Work with Purpose: Join a company committed to excellence, integrity, and making a positive difference.