Business Controller

Camino Search; Belluno; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A financial services recruitment firm is seeking a high-calibre Financial Controller to lead financial operations in Italy. The ideal candidate will have a strong Big 4 background and proven experience in a private equity or high-growth environment. Key responsibilities include overseeing accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance, and partnering with management on financial strategy. Fluency in Italian and English is essential for this role.

Competenze

• Experience in a PE-backed or high-growth company.
• Background in Big 4 audit or advisory.
• Hands-on, analytical approach.

Mansioni

• Oversee accounting, reporting, and cash management.
• Lead month-end and year-end close, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare management reports, forecasts, and performance analysis.
• Maintain robust internal controls and support audit processes.

Conoscenze

Fluent in Italian

Fluent in English

Strong technical accounting skills

Analytical skills

Commercial mindset

Formazione

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CA, etc.)

Descrizione del lavoro

Financial Controller – Italy

Location : Milan, Italy

Reports to : CFO

Overview

On behalf of our client, a fast-growing private equity–backed business , we are seeking a high-calibre Financial Controller to lead financial operations in Italy. The role suits a technically strong professional with a Big 4 background and proven experience in a PE or high-growth environment .

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, reporting, and cash management.
• Lead month-end and year-end close, ensuring accuracy and compliance (IFRS / Italian GAAP).
• Prepare management reports, forecasts, and performance analysis.
• Maintain robust internal controls and support audit processes.
• Partner with management and investors on financial strategy and performance.
• Drive process improvement and support M&A and integration activity.

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CA, etc.) preferred.
• Background in Big 4 audit or advisory .
• Experience in a PE-backed or high-growth company .
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting skills.
• Fluent in Italian and English .
• Hands-on, analytical, and commercially minded.
• Immediately Available