PWe are partnering with a privately held international organization seeking a highly skilled and motivated Finance Manager to join its finance team. /ppbr/ppThis is a key position responsible for driving financial excellence through ownership of accounting integrity, financial reporting, statutory compliance, and audit activities. The successful candidate will work closely with operational teams, shared service centres, global process owners, and central finance functions across multiple countries to ensure accurate and timely financial management. /ppThis role offers significant opportunities for growth, ownership, and involvement in strategic business decisions within a fast-paced international environment. /ppbr/ppstrongPlease note: /strong Strong knowledge of Italian statutory accounting and tax requirements is essential. /ppbr/ppKey Responsibilities /ppbr/ppLegal Entity Accounting Financial Reporting /pulliOversee all accounting activities for the legal entity, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, intercompany transactions, cash management, and treasury activities across complex multi-entity structures. /liliEnsure the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of financial records and monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in collaboration with shared service centres. /liliReview and approve financial results, providing clear analysis of variances, risks, and key accounting judgments. /liliLead forecasting and projection processes, monitoring actual performance against forecasts and delivering actionable insights to stakeholders. /li /ulpbr/ppControls, Compliance Risk /pulliMaintain a robust legal entity control environment, ensuring compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements. /liliIdentify, assess, and escalate accounting, compliance, and financial risks as appropriate. /liliApply sound accounting judgment to complex or non-routine transactions, collaborating with technical accounting specialists when required. /li /ulpbr/ppAudit, Tax Regulatory Matters /pulliAct as the primary point of contact for external auditors, coordinating statutory and internal audits. /liliOversee tax, VAT, and regulatory filings, ensuring compliance with local legislation and transfer pricing requirements. /liliWork closely with external tax advisors and central tax teams to ensure accurate and timely submissions. /li /ulpbr/ppBusiness Partnership /pulliPartner with local business leaders and FPA teams to ensure accurate recording of business activities, contracts, and transactions. /liliProvide guidance to stakeholders on accounting, tax, and regulatory considerations. /liliProactively identify and address issues that could lead to accounting or compliance risks. /li /ulpbr/ppProcess Improvement Transformation /pulliCollaborate effectively within a matrix organisation, working alongside shared service centres, global process owners, and central finance teams. /liliDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial processes, controls, and reporting efficiency. /liliManage and develop an international team, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery of financial outputs. /li /ulpbr/ppGovernance Corporate Matters /pulliSupport Board of Directors meetings through preparation of statutory financial information and related disclosures. /liliAssist with corporate governance, regulatory, and legal entity-related matters. /li /ulpbr/ppCandidate Profile /ppbr/ppRequired Qualifications Experience /pulli8+ years of accounting experience within multinational organisations. /liliBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. /liliProfessional accounting qualification (e.g. Dottore Commercialista, ACCA, or equivalent). /liliStrong knowledge of Italian statutory accounting and tax requirements. /liliFluent Italian and English language skills. /liliExperience with Oracle Fusion or other major ERP systems is advantageous. /li /ulpbr/ppSkills Attributes /pulliOpen-minded, adaptable, and solution-oriented approach. /liliStrong analytical, organisational, and time-management skills. /liliExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. /liliSelf-motivated with sound business judgment and the ability to work independently. /liliComfortable operating in a dynamic, international, and fast-paced environment. /li /ul