Specialist Accounting (f/m/d)

Dr. Beckmann Group; Lombardia; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary €38,000–€47,000

Growth-oriented environment

Job summary

Dr. Beckmann Group in Milan, Italy seeks a Specialist Accounting (f/m/d) to own the Italian subsidiary's financial reporting, GLs, and close processes.

You will collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Group Finance and HR to ensure accurate reporting, tax compliance and strong internal controls across SAP and SDI invoicing, with a focus on accuracy and timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards and Italian statutory accounting requirements.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, month-end and year-end closings, accounts payable and receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Solid experience with SAP finance and accounting processes as well as advanced Excel skills.
• High accuracy, strong organization and time management, ability to meet multiple reporting deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Italian.

Responsibilities

• Own financial reporting: monthly, quarterly and annual statements per standards and deadlines.
• Manage GL, month-end and year-end closings, journal entries, accruals and provisions.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, invoicing, credit notes and reconciliations.
• Manage cash and banking activities including reconciliations.
• Drive intercompany finance and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain SAP and invoicing processes, including SDI electronic invoicing.
• Support inventory and budgeting, analyze variances.
• Coordinate tax filings and payroll accounting with HR and external advisors.
• Strengthen controls and support audits across Group policies.
• Collaborate with local teams and external advisors to optimize processes.

Skills

General ledger

Month-end closings

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Excel

Financial reporting

Intercompany finance

Cash management

English/Italian

Audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP.finance

Excel

Job description

Dr. Beckmann Group is a leading international brand specializing in high-quality household and fabric care solutions. With a strong presence across global markets, our mission is to deliver innovative, sustainable, and effective products that help consumers care for their homes and clothes responsibly.

Become part of our success story, and join our new team in Milan, Italy.

Your mission

As Specialist Accounting (f/m/d) you take ownership of the financial health and accounting operations of our Italian subsidiary. From accurate reporting, accounting operations, accounts payable and receivable, bank and cash management, you make sure our numbers tell the right story. Working closely with local teams in Customer Service, Sales, Demand & Supply as well as Group Finance, HR and external partners, you bring clarity, reliability and financial insight to support smart decisions and sustainable growth.

• Own financial reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in line with accounting standards, Group policies and reporting deadlines.
• Manage accounting and closings: Maintain the general ledger, reconcile accounts and manage month-end and year-end activities, including journal entries, accruals and provisions.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable: Manage supplier invoices, customer invoicing, credit notes, account reconciliations and collection activities.
• Manage cash and banking: Handle bank accounts, payments, incoming collections, cash flow monitoring and bank reconciliations in line with approval requirements.
• Drive customer and intercompany finance: Partner with Customer Service, Sales and Group Finance to resolve invoice discrepancies, customer disputes and intercompany differences.
• Own SAP and invoicing processes: Maintain finance master data, ensure accurate accounting in SAP and manage Italian electronic invoicing through SDI.
• Support inventory and financial planning: Reconcile inventory balances, support cost-of-goods-sold accounting, contribute to budgeting and forecasting, and analyze financial variances.
• Ensure tax, payroll and statutory compliance: Coordinate tax filings and payroll accounting with HR and external advisors, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Strengthen controls and support audits: Maintain effective accounting procedures, ensure compliance with Group policies and provide documentation for internal and external audits.
• Collaborate across teams: Work closely with local colleagues, Group Finance, HR, Customer Service, Sales and external advisors to align processes, resolve issues and continuously improve financial operations.

Your profile

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with the confidence to take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards and Italian statutory accounting requirements.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, month-end and year-end closings, accounts payable and receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Solid experience with SAP finance and accounting processes as well as advanced Excel skills.
• A high level of accuracy, attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet multiple reporting deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills both in English and Italian.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a leading international brand in the FMCG sector
• Competitive salary package (ca €38,000–€47,000 annual gross salary, depending on experience and qualifications, in accordance with the applicable CCNL)
• Hybrid working model with 2 days home office and 3 days onsite in our offices per week
• A dynamic, collaborative, and growth-oriented work environment in a newly established team