Financial Analyst

Maccaferri; Zola Predosa; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A financial services company in Italy is looking for a Financial Analyst responsible for preparing and analyzing financial reports, supporting budgeting cycles, and improving financial processes. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of experience, hands-on proficiency with SAP, and advanced Excel skills. This role demands excellent analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams to drive performance and profitability.

Competenze

• 4+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, accounting, or corporate finance.
• Hands-on experience with SAP (FI / CO) is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.

Mansioni

• Prepare, analyze, and present financial reports ensuring accuracy.
• Collaborate with accounting teams for month-end and year-end close.
• Work with operational teams to provide financial insights.

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

CPA or MBA (a plus but not required)

Strumenti

SAP (FI / CO modules)

Advanced Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with corporate standards.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
• Support budgeting and forecasting cycles through data modeling, variance analysis, and performance tracking.

SAP & Data Management

• Serve as a key user and subject matter expert for SAP (FI / CO modules), ensuring accurate data flow between systems and business functions.
• Develop reports and dashboards using SAP and Excel to streamline data retrieval and analysis.
• Maintain and enhance master data accuracy, ensuring data integrity across financial systems.

Process Improvement & Automation

• Evaluate existing financial processes and identify opportunities to standardize, automate, and improve efficiency using technology and analytics.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement process enhancements that reduce manual effort and improve accuracy.
• Support the rollout of digital finance initiatives and best practices across the region.

Accounting & Compliance

• Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
• Review general ledger activity, reconcile accounts, and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
• Assist with internal and external audits, providing documentation and analytical support as needed.

Business Partnering

• Work closely with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insights and recommendations that drive profitability and performance.
• Support the CFO and leadership team with ad hoc financial analyses and strategic initiatives.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (CPA or MBA a plus but not required).
• 4+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, accounting, or corporate finance.
• Hands‑on experience with SAP (FI / CO) is strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas, and modeling).
• Proven record of process improvement, automation, or system optimization within a finance function.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and data accuracy standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, project management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment and handle multiple competing priorities.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and accountability in all financial practices.
• Reliability in meeting deadlines and delivering consistent, high‑quality results while maintaining a strong sense of ownership in all tasks.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with cross‑functional teams, customers, and stakeholders, ensuring clarity and collaboration.