FINANCE MANAGER

Fine Foods & Pharmaceuticals N.T.M. S.p.A.; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational food and pharmaceuticals company is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee all financial activities of its U.S. subsidiary. The successful candidate will lead financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, ensuring alignment with U.S. GAAP and global financial policies. Responsibilities include managing a small finance team and collaborating with the Italian parent company. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in finance and at least 10 years of related experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, income tax and sales tax.
• Proficiency in Italian is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Coordinate with the Italian parent company on group reporting and intercompany transactions.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements.
• Manage cash flow and banking relationships.
• Implement and maintain internal controls and financial procedures.
• Supervise and develop a small finance team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Finance Manager will oversee all financial activities of the U.S. subsidiary, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This role requires strong collaboration with the Italian parent company to ensure accurate and timely consolidation of financial data, adherence to the U.S. GAAP, and alignment with global financial policies and international regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Coordinate with the Italian parent company on group reporting, intercompany transactions, and transfer pricing.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and international tax regulations, including reporting requirements and filings across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury functions.
• Implement and maintain internal controls, policies, and financial procedures.
• Liaise with external auditors, CPA firms, and other professional advisors to ensure compliance and support audits.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Supervise and develop a small finance team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, income tax and sales tax.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and across cultures, especially with European counterparts.
• Proficiency in Italian is a plus but not required.

MEI System Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. As required by law, we must record certain information to be part of our affirmative action program. We sincerely value diversity, and actively encourage women, minorities, veterans and disabled employees to apply. Applicants for employment are invited to report their status as a protected veteran or minority. In extending this invitation, we advise you that (a) applicants are under no obligation to respond, but may do so in the future if they choose; (b) responses will remain confidential within the Human Resources department; and (c) responses will be used only for the necessary information to include in our affirmative action program. Refusal to provide this information will have no bearing on your application and will not subject you to any adverse treatment.