Finance Administrator
Department: FINANCE & OPERATIONS
City: Turin
Location: IT
JOB PURPOSE
The Finance Administrator will join the Finance team and will be primarily responsible for the full Accounts Payable cycle, with a strong focus on invoice processing, reconciliations, and vendor management. The position ensures accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely execution of monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Accounts Payable (AP) Management
o Receive, review, record, and archive vendor invoices (domestic and international) and customs documentation.
o Verify correct application of VAT, withholding taxes, accounting codes, and cost center allocation.
o Perform three-way matching (PO, invoice, and receipt) and manage discrepancies with relevant stakeholders.
o Manage credit notes and reconcile vendor open items.
o Monitor payment deadlines and prepare supplier payment schedules.
o Prepare and submit Intrastat declarations in compliance with EU regulations.
* General Accounting
o Post journal entries and support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.
o Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements and consolidated reporting under IFRS.
o Perform periodic reconciliations (vendors, banks, accruals, and suspense accounts).
o Manage and record general expenses and recurring costs.
o Prepare monthly and quarterly VAT returns and related reconciliations.
* Internal Controls, Compliance & Processes
o Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies, procedures, and internal control standards.
o Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Product Development, Logistics, and Operations teams.
o Actively contribute to accounting process improvements, automation initiatives, and implementation of new financial systems and tools.
* Audit Support
o Prepare documentation and supporting schedules for internal and external audits.
o Manage reconciliations and provide audit evidence related to financial statements and internal controls.
PERSONAL PROFILE
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
* Experience in accounting roles, preferably within multinational or highly structured organizations. Previous experience in Big4 is considered a plus,
* Strong hands-on experience inAccounts Payable and complex invoice processingand cost accounting
* Strong knowledge of Italian GAAP; familiarity with IFRS is a plus.
* Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP or similar); knowledge of Gamma (TeamSystem) is a plus.
* Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.
* Solid understanding of Italian and EU VAT regulations.
* High level of accuracy, reliability, and attention to detail.
* Ability to work in a dynamic, international environment.
* Strong communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
* Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement approach.
Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.
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