General Accounting Manager

# General Accounting ManagerGeneral Accounting ManagerSalary€NegotiableLocationMilan, Metropolitan City of Milan, ItalyContractPermanentIndustryAccountancy & Finance---ContactAlice Zanolialice.zanoli@oliverjames.comFor a leading international company we are seeking a dedicated and experienced General Accounting Manager**,** to strengthen the accounting, analytical and reporting skills of the Finance team in Italy.Location: Milan – 2 days of remote work per weekMain activities:* Ensure accurate accounting and financial reporting, including month-end close in JDE and data uploads to Tagetik* Perform financial analysis and collaborate with Controlling, Treasury, and Credit teams* Define KPIs and develop tools to monitor accounting activities* Maintain internal controls and support finance systems and procedure updates* Drive process optimization and alignment with Group policies* Manage tax obligations and prepare financial statements under local and international standards* Liaise with external consultants, payroll providers, and auditors* Oversee credit risk, monitor credit limits and collections, and support financial stability* Coordinate a team of 2 people within the accounting department* Contribute to key projects: SAP ERP migration, IFRS transition, and process redesign with KPI definitionKey competences and skills:* Degree in economics/accounting or similar;* 4/5+ years of experience in a major audit firm, supporting customers operating with an international footprint on a large scale.* Expertise in ERP migration and accounting standards transition will be considered a strong plus.* Strong financial, accounting skills and analytical skills;* Fluent in Italian and English;* Capability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously in dynamic environment and under pressure, meeting deadlines;* Autonomy, accountability, proactivity, team spirit, team management.