Head of Technical Accounting and Accounting Policy, Robotics

Eni; Milano; Ibrido; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global technology leader is seeking a Head of Technical Accounting and Accounting Policy for their Robotics division. This role involves operational execution and process ownership, leading accounting expertise, and ensuring compliance with US GAAP. The ideal candidate will have significant technical accounting experience, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a hybrid model. Opportunities for international experience are available, with a preferred location in Milan or Zurich.

Competenze

• At least eight years of technical accounting and financial reporting experience under US GAAP.
• Experience delivering accounting and reporting trainings according to US GAAP.
• International experience in a multinational industrial company.

Mansioni

• Define standards and policies, validating subsidiaries’ inputs and preparing group financial statements.
• Act as gatekeeper for complex US GAAP A&R topics.
• Review and approve technical accounting memos for internal stakeholders and external auditors.

Conoscenze

Technical accounting expertise

Communication skills

Project management

Fluent in English

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration

U.S. Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Descrizione del lavoro

Head of Technical Accounting and Accounting Policy, Robotics

ABB

EUR 80.000 - 100.000

4 giorni fa

Head of Technical Accounting and Accounting Policy, Robotics

Apply for the Head of Technical Accounting and Accounting Policy, Robotics role at ABB.

At ABB, we help industries reach clean, efficient solutions. The role sits within ABB’s Robotics business, part of the global robotics company that has been announced for SoftBank Group acquisition.

Reporting

This position reports to the Business Chief Financial Officer and the Chief Accounting Officer of ABB Robotics, headquartered in Zurich.

Location & Work Model

Flexible location in Europe, preferred Zurich or Milan. Hybrid working model.

Responsibilities

• Operational execution and process ownership for A&R, including defining standards and policies, validating subsidiaries’ inputs, and preparing group financial statements.
• Lead technical accounting expert in cross‑functional team, acting as gatekeeper for complex US GAAP A&R topics such as revenue recognition, treasury activities, and provisions.
• Conclude on technical accounting matters, review and approve technical accounting memos for internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Drive company‑wide A&R projects, including implementing updates to US GAAP standards.
• Maintain current understanding of IFRS environment to monitor differences from US GAAP and ensure accurate reporting to SoftBank under IFRS.
• Improve accounting and reporting training programs.
• Design and maintain internal controls over financial reporting and perform control activities for the area of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration.
• U.S. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with at least eight years of technical accounting and financial reporting experience under US GAAP. Knowledge of IFRS beneficial.
• International experience in a multinational industrial company.
• Finance project management experience involving significant change management.
• Experience delivering accounting and reporting trainings according to US GAAP.
• Fluent in English; other languages beneficial.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Diplomatic and consistent in resolving deviations from accounting policies.
• Capability to establish effective relationships with personnel at all levels and teamwork.
• Cultural awareness, initiative and responsiveness for career advancement.

Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about impact of our solutions globally.