Our client is a US headquartered multinational, looking for a finance lead for their office in Lissone, Italy.
Role Summary:
The Finance Manager has responsibility for managing all aspects of the accounting department and performing a variety of activities to support the Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer.
They will provide financial advice and support to help senior managers and executives make key decisions.
Responsibilities include:
Management of and responsibility for the Finance department and its operations
Production and review of financial statements for European entities
Project revenue recognition by Percentage of Completion (POC)
Ensure statutory and tax compliance
Financial analysis and commentary
Review business performance with executive and senior management
Production of annual budgets
Manage financial audits
Manage relationships with banks, external consultants and outsourced service providers
Cashflow forecasting and reporting, including foreign exchange risk
* Implementation, development and maintenance of financial systems and tools
* Review financial processes and implement improvement plans
* Deliver on special projects as required
The Candidate:
* Accounting qualification or degree
* Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar finance management role
* Experience implementing financial or ERP software
* Experience using Sage is desirable
* Experience in Percentage of Completion (POC) calculations
* IT literate (Microsoft Office), with Excellent Excel skills.
* Leadership or management experience
* Fluent in Italian and English
* Good communicator – verbal and written at all levels.
* Confident and assertive
* Ability to prioritize and to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
* Resourceful, good problem-solving skills, attention to detail and highly dependable.
* Good organisation, time management skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
* Flexible and able to manage unexpected situations
* Good team player
* Ability to use initiative and make decisions autonomously
* Committed to continuous improvement