GLOBAL ACCOUNTING MANAGER

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Reporting to the Global Finance Director, the role oversees group accounting activities and their compliance across seven international entities.

Main activities

• Coordination of a team of 5 professionals, in Italy, France and Spain; Coordination of 3rd parties / external providers;
• Oversee accounting and compliance across 7 countries (France, Italy, Spain, Germany, USA, Australia, New Zealand), ensuring full compliance with local tax and statutory requirements;
• Take ownership of general ledger integrity across all group entities, ensuring timely and accurate reviews;
• Supervise accounting and compliance operations directly in France, Italy, USA, and Germany, and progressively extend support to Spain, Australia, and New Zealand;
• Coordinate the monthly close process, including submissions to the Group reporting tool and consolidated financial reporting;
• Lead IFRS reporting and manage adjustments to comply with local GAAP standards.
• Manage standard costing and transfer pricing, ensuring financial accuracy and supporting strategic decision‑making;
• Drive internal and external audit processes, with a focus on timely resolution of audit issues;
• Act as a key governance partner, responsible for data protection (DPC), anti‑bribery compliance (ABC), legal documentation, and policy harmonization across the group.

Requirements

Must have

Since the company is experiencing growth and transformation, it is looking for proactive managers who show potential for further managerial development:

• Qualified accountant with proven extensive experience in manufacturing multinational companies within the B2B industrial sector;
• Skilled in managing operations across multiple countries simultaneously;
• Experience of operating in a strong control environment and of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Expertise on Italian GAAP and ways of working;
• Synthetic and straight‑to‑the‑point communication style;
• Leadership and ability to provide guidance to an international team;
• Fluent in English and Italian.

Nice to have

• Experience in ERP Implementation situation (the role will not be Key User but will be laterally involved in this project);
• Specific degree in Business Administration and Finance, or related fields.
• Standard work tools (mobile, ticket restaurant, laptop);
• Smart Working (2 d/w);
• International environment and guidance;
• Senior management able to coach and feed potential of the team;
• Possible growing path, at an international level;
• Organizational culture strongly oriented to respect of individuals, since before DEI trends.

Compensation Package

Retribution proportional to seniority/potential for a manager in a growth phase.

Workplace

Company

Our Client is the Health & Nutrition Ingredients Division of a large multinational corporation (listed), acting in compliance with its procedures and habits, but still autonomous and lean in its own core processes, as a chosen strategy to foster reactiveness and success on the vertical specific market.

The company has both sales (Globally) and operations (in Europe).

Specialized in the development of scientifically supported active ingredients for dietary supplements, its mission is to reduce risk factors for non‑communicable diseases and mild infections by offering innovative nutritional supplements inspired by recognized public health food practices and supported by scientific research.

Keywords

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Disclaimer

PRAXI S.p.A. (Aut. MLPS 13/I/0003868/03.04) believes that diversity and inclusion are key elements for the success and sustainability of organizations. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that promotes equal opportunities and respects the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and opinions of our employees, partners, and clients.

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Administrative, Finance, and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Wholesale Chemical and Allied Products, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Location: Cologno Monzese, Lombardy, Italy

Ref. SP20227