SUBSIDIARIES CONTROLLER

Beghelli S.p.A.; Bologna; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading international corporation in Bologna is seeking a Financial Analyst to act as the primary financial point for foreign subsidiaries. The role involves coordinating financial reporting, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with group policies. Candidates should hold a degree in Finance or related fields and have 3-7 years of relevant experience, especially in multinational environments. Proficiency in Power BI and Excel is essential, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Competenze

• 3–7 years in controlling, audit, or financial analysis, ideally within multinational environments.
• Experience managing foreign subsidiaries or international reporting processes.
• Strong command of financial statements and accounting principles.

Mansioni

• Coordinate the monthly closing cycle of assigned foreign subsidiaries.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes for international subsidiaries.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to support business performance.

Conoscenze

Financial analysis

Variance analysis

Budgeting

Performance management

Stakeholder management

Formazione

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related fields

Strumenti

Power BI

ERP systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle)

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Descrizione del lavoro

Role Overview

You will act as the primary financial reference point for a portfolio of foreign subsidiaries, ensuring high-quality reporting, supporting local finance teams, and contributing to strategic decision‑making at Group level.

This position offers broad exposure to senior management and a unique opportunity to influence processes, performance, and financial governance across multiple countries.

The role requires availability to travel across Europe and internationally when needed.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Monthly Closing

• Coordinate the monthly closing cycle of assigned foreign subsidiaries, ensuring punctuality, accuracy, and consistency with Group accounting principles (IFRS).
• Review and validate P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow submissions, performing variance analyses and identifying improvement areas.
• Ensure compliance with Group policies, local GAAPs, and internal control requirements.
• Support local teams in resolving accounting issues, adjusting entries, and improving data quality.

Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes for international subsidiaries, consolidating data and challenging key assumptions.
• Prepare scenario analyses and risk assessments to support Group strategic planning.
• Present financial performance to HQ management, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.

Performance Management & Business Partnering

• Develop and monitor KPIs to support business performance at local and Group level.
• Provide actionable insights to enhance profitability, cost efficiency, and cash generation.
• Collaborate with local General Managers and Finance Managers to drive financial discipline and operational improvements.

Intercompany, Tax & Compliance

• Oversee intercompany flows, including transfer pricing, cross‑charges, and reconciliation.
• Ensure adherence to internal control frameworks and support internal / external audit requests.
• Collaborate with tax, treasury, and legal functions on cross‑border topics.

Process Improvement & Digitalization

• Contribute to the harmonization of reporting tools, processes, and policies across subsidiaries.
• Support finance digital transformation initiatives, such as the adoption of BI tools (Power BI) or ERP enhancements.
• Lead or participate in integration projects for newly acquired companies.

Requirements: Education

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related fields.

Professional Experience

• 3–7 years in controlling, audit, or financial analysis, ideally within multinational environments.
• Experience managing foreign subsidiaries or international reporting processes.
• Exposure to IFRS, consolidation processes, and internal controls frameworks.

Technical Skills

• Strong command of financial statements, accounting principles, and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with Power Query & BI tools (Power BI preferred).
• Advanced use of the whole Microsoft Office (PowerPoint).
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, or similar).
• Understanding of transfer pricing, intercompany processes, and budgeting methodologies.

Soft Skills

• Fluent English, both written and spoken (additional languages are a plus).
• Strong analytical mindset and structured approach to problem solving.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse teams and build trust remotely.
• Proactivity, curiosity, and a continuous‑improvement mindset.