PstrongPosition: Finance Manager / Controller - FMCG /strong /ppstrongLocation: Milan /strong /ppstrongSalary Guide: /strong Depending on Experience / Qualifications /ppbr/ppstrongOverview: /strong /ppReporting to the European CFO, we are looking for a Finance Manager / Controller to become a Finance business partner for the Italian business units. The company has operations across the globe and a market leader in their sector (FMCG). This position will be a key hire in the European finance team and trusted advisor to the Italian business units. /ppbr/ppstrongResponsibilities Include: /strong /pulliResponsible for Finance and Controlling for the Italian business units /liliHands on leading of the closing process as well as preparation, analysis, and presentation of monthly financial results /liliBusiness partner with Italian group leaders, examining financial performance, investigating opportunities for profit enhancement, and recommending actions that promote improved financial results /liliResponsible for compliance and internal controls working closely with counterparts across Europe /liliPreparation and of forecasts, budgets and business plans /liliWorking with the European CFO to identify and lead strategic decision analysis projects to drive value /liliKey part of ongoing projects including SAP upgrades /liliIdentify financial process improvement and standardization /liliDevelop and maintain partner relationships with the leadership team /li /ulpbr/ppstrongRequirements: /strong /pulliEducated to degree level in a Finance or Business related subject /liliQualified accountant / MBA an advantage /liliAt least 5 years finance experience /liliSolid experience in Finance Management / Controlling for multinational corporations - consumer goods or similar essential /liliExperience in compliance and internal controls /liliExperience in forecasting, budgeting, reporting and analysis /liliSelf-Starter with a strong work ethic /liliExperience working with and supporting senior management required /liliExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to interact with diverse people across different functions/cultures /liliGood IT skills - MS Office and SAP /li /ulpbr/ppstrongSummary: /strong /ppThis is a great opportunity for a professional finance Manager / Controller to join a truly global organisation and rapidly develop your career within a multinational and dynamic environment. /ppbr/ppstrongApply: /strong /ppDavid Brown /p pLondon /pp+44 (0) /p