Country Financial Controller

JR Italy; Varese; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An established industry player is seeking a strategic financial leader to oversee operations in a dynamic multinational environment. This role offers the opportunity to supervise critical financial processes, ensure compliance with Italian and international regulations, and lead a dedicated team of finance professionals. With a strong emphasis on engineering excellence and continuous improvement, this position promises to make a significant impact on the company's operational success. If you are passionate about finance and ready to drive innovation in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Servizi

Multinational work environment

Exposure to global best practices

Collaboration and innovation

Competenze

• 10+ years of experience in finance roles, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.

Mansioni

• Supervise Accounts Receivable, Payable, and General Ledger Accounting.
• Manage monthly IAS closures and annual financial statements.

Conoscenze

Italian GAAP

IFRS

IAS regulations

Financial forecasting

Budgeting

Intercompany reconciliations

Italian labor law

Payroll Management

Excel

SAP S/4HANA

Team management

Business fluency in English

German or French

Strumenti

SAP S/4HANA

Excel

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Our Client

Our client is a medium-sized subsidiary, based in Rho, Italy, of a large multinational group headquartered in Switzerland. The company operates in the industrial automation and material handling sector, providing innovative solutions for logistics, production, and supply chain management. Their high-quality systems are used across various industries, including manufacturing, retail, and e-commerce, ensuring efficient and reliable operations. With a strong focus on engineering excellence, financial stability, and compliance, the company is dedicated to maintaining its position as a leader in its field while continuously improving its internal processes.

Responsibilities

1. Supervise Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and General Ledger Accounting
2. Oversee customer billing in collaboration with the internal sales team
3. Manage monthly IAS closures and annual financial statements for group consolidation
4. Conduct quarterly forecasting, budgeting, and monthly intercompany reconciliations
5. Ensure compliance with VAT and fiscal regulations in Italy and Switzerland
6. Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual tax obligations with external consultants
7. Support the Transfer Pricing consultant in preparing documentation
8. Liaise with external auditors to ensure compliance
9. Supervise payroll processing with support from an external provider
10. Act as the Local HR Operations Manager, ensuring compliance with labor laws
11. Serve as the Local Privacy Coordinator for data protection compliance
12. Lead and develop a small team of three finance professionals
13. Drive internal process improvements and ensure ESG reporting compliance

Your Profile

• 10+ years of experience in a similar role within a small to medium-sized company, preferably as part of a big group
• Strong knowledge of Italian GAAP, IFRS, and IAS regulations
• Experience with financial forecasting, budgeting, and intercompany reconciliations
• Knowledge of Italian labor law and Payroll Management
• Familiarity with local and international taxation frameworks, including VAT
• Proficient in Excel and SAP S/4HANA; knowledge of other accounting and reporting tools is an advantage
• Proven team management skills with the ability to lead and develop a small team
• Empathetic and diplomatic approach, able to build consensus and drive ideas forward smoothly
• Business fluency in English. Good knowledge of German or French would be an advantage

Why Join?

• Work in a strategic leadership role with a direct impact on business operations
• Be part of a multinational environment with exposure to global best practices
• Join a company that values collaboration, innovation, and process improvement