FINANCE - Chief Financial Officer - CFO

Retail Search Srl; Varese; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading luxury retail company seeks a Finance Manager for Southern Europe, based in Milan. The role involves overseeing finance operations in various countries, leading two controllers, and managing relationships with accounting back offices. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s in business or finance, strong IFRS skills, and a proven track record in finance management in an international environment.

Competenze

• 7+ years experience in an international company.
• Strong IFRS accounting skills.
• Experience in retail is a plus.

Mansioni

• Supervise monthly and quarterly accounting closings.
• Analyze weekly sales performance using KPIs.
• Forecast cash flow for different countries.

Conoscenze

Analytical mindset

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Formazione

Master’s degree in business or finance

Descrizione del lavoro

We are looking for a Finance Manager for Southern Europe at an important luxury maison. The South Europe retail zone is based in Milan and covers retail operations across 8 countries : Italy, Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Greece, Cyprus, Montenegro, and Turkey.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director / CFO, the Finance Manager will play a key role, overseeing the daily operations of the finance function and coordinating strategically with various departments.

The Finance Manager will have two controllers directly reporting to them and will supervise relationships with accounting back offices across the zone.

Key Responsibilities : Accounting and Treasury

• Supervise monthly and quarterly accounting closings according to group standards
• Perform ad hoc analyses and audits of the balance sheet
• Review statutory accounts and participate in annual audits
• Monitor daily financial operations
• Review tax returns and ensure statutory compliance
• Participate in the implementation or enhancement of new accounting systems
• Review and validate payments, including suppliers, payroll, taxes, and intercompany transactions
• Forecast cash flow for different countries, considering local specificities

Controlling

• Analyze weekly sales performance using dedicated KPIs
• Supervise sales forecasting for various periods : budget, revised, and rolling forecasts
• Analyze monthly performance of each country and cost center against forecasts
• Monitor costs and follow-up on budgets with retail and head-office departments
• Develop business plans for store openings and renovations
• Conduct ad hoc business reviews

Requisiti :

• Master’s degree in business or finance, with strong IFRS accounting skills
• Minimum 7 years of experience in an international company
• Analytical mindset
• Negotiation skills and ability to build strong relationships
• Experience in retail is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Attention to detail and data analysis skills
• Ability to meet deadlines

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