Financial Controller - International Freight Forwarding

Kln Project; Varese; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Kln Project is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee the financial activities of its subsidiaries, ensuring accurate reporting and strong controls. The role includes consolidation, budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory compliance, with an emphasis on strategic financial guidance.

Travel to subsidiary locations is expected as needed. Ideal candidate has 5+ years in finance, experience in logistics, and strong English; French is a plus.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; a Master’s degree or CPA/CFA is preferred.
• Proven experience as a Controller or similar finance role, ideally within logistics.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices.
• Experience in managing financial consolidations and working with multiple multicultural environments.
• Willingness to travel to subsidiary locations as needed.
• English language mandatory; French language is a plus.

Mansioni

• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of financial statements for a portfolio of subsidiaries.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead the annual budgeting process for a portfolio of subsidiaries.
• Prepare and review forecasts and variance analyses.
• Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Develop and maintain a robust internal control environment.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international financial regulations.
• Conduct regular audits and implement recommendations for improvement.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.

Conoscenze

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

MS Excel proficiency

Financial software

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Master’s degree or CPA/CFA preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

The Financial Controller will be responsible for overseeing and controlling the financial activities of the company's portfolio of subsidiaries. This role involves ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining robust financial controls, and providing strategic financial guidance to support business objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in controlling within the logistics industry, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead and develop a finance team.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of financial statements for a portfolio of subsidiaries.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process for a portfolio of subsidiaries.
• Prepare and review forecasts and variance analyses.
• Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed.

Financial Controls and Compliance

• Develop and maintain a robust internal control environment.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international financial regulations.
• Conduct regular audits and implement recommendations for improvement.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a Master’s degree or CPA/CFA is preferred.
• Proven experience as a Controller or similar finance role, ideally within the logistics or project logistics industry.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices.
• Experience in managing financial consolidations and working with multiple multicultural environments.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a controlling role.
• Experience in the logistics or project logistics industry is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of implementing financial controls and improving financial performance.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel to subsidiary locations as needed.
• English language mandatory, French language is a plus.

Location

Milan (east zone)

Financial Controller - International Freight Forwarding Varese, Italy