Financial Accountant

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Direct message the job poster from Ardonagh Europe

Ardonagh is one of the largest and fastest-growing insurance distribution groups globally, headquartered in London. The Group controls numerous specialist companies in distribution and underwriting services, with consolidated annual revenues exceeding £2 billion. Ardonagh has a strong presence in the UK (Specialty and P&C) and rapidly expanding P&C platforms across Europe, APAC, and Latin America.

The Group is backed by funds managed by HPS Investment Partners, LLC, Madison Dearborn Partners, LLC, Stone Point Capital, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, and its management team.

In 2023, Ardonagh established a new operating company in Italy, Ardonagh Italia, to accelerate its growth in the country. Italy plays a key role in Ardonagh’s European strategy thanks to the size and sophistication of its insurance market. The goal of Ardonagh Italia, and the Group as a whole, is to acquire and consolidate multiple Italian insurance distribution platforms, creating a new leading force in the national market. In 2024 and 2025, Ardonagh Italia announced a series of acquisitions and new launches, becoming one of the top 10 brokers in Italy.

Role Purpose

The Financial Accountant will play a key role in supporting the finance function of Ardonagh Italia, reporting directly to the Accounting & Finance Manager, in managing the month‑end close process, implementing accounting systems, and onboarding newly acquired entities into the Italian Group, ensuring compliance with IFRS and local GAAP (OIC). The role also includes coordinating certain accounting activities of the Italian subsidiaries and contributing to the implementation and testing of internal controls to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Month‑End Close: Manage the month‑end close process and ensure deadlines are met, including IFRS adjustments, intercompany matching, accruals and FX revaluation.
• Entity Onboarding: Assist with the finance onboarding of newly acquired entities within the Italian Group, including set‑up in D365 and Tagetik, opening bank accounts, lease registration in Tagetik, mapping accounts to Group GL, ensuring timely completion of the opening balance sheet and first WD5 submission.
• System Implementation: Provide support for the implementation of D365 as the accounting system across entities.
• Subsidiary Coordination: Coordinate and oversee specific accounting processes of subsidiaries, ensuring alignment with Group policies and deadlines.
• Internal Controls: Assist with the implementation and testing of internal controls to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Projects & Ad‑Hoc Support: Assist with finance projects and other tasks as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s Degree in Economics or equivalent.
• Minimum 2‑3 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting or auditing roles.
• Proven experience in financial reporting with strong knowledge of OIC and IFRS.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Fluent in Italian and English (written and spoken).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships.
• Previous experience in a Big4 firm is a plus (not mandatory).
• Experience within the Insurance Industry is a plus (not mandatory).
• Familiarity with D365 is a plus (not mandatory).

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Corporate benefits and employee welfare programs.
• Continuous learning and professional development.
• Significant career growth opportunities in a dynamic and fast‑growing company.
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Finance and Accounting/Auditing
• Insurance

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ardonagh Europe by 2x

Get notified about new Financial Accountant jobs in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.