Locations: Italy
Report to: Finance Director, Europe
Job Responsibilities
1. Financial Management & Reporting
* Oversee daily financial operations, including accounting, accounts payable/receivable, cash flow management, and general ledger.
* Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with local accounting standards and group reporting requirements.
* Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to headquarters and management.
2. Budgeting & Forecasting
* Lead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting process.
* Monitor budget execution, analyze variances, and provide actionable insights to management.
* Support business planning for wind turbine sales projects and after-sales services.
3. Tax & Compliance
* Ensure full compliance with local tax regulations, including VAT, Corporate Income Tax, withholding taxes, and local filings.
* Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors.
* Support tax planning and assess tax impacts of sales contracts, importation of equipment, and intercompany transactions.
4. Project & Sales Finance Support
* Provide financial support for wind turbine sales projects, including pricing analysis, margin control, and contract review.
* Support financial evaluation of customer payment terms, guarantees, and credit risk.
* Monitor project revenue recognition and cost allocation.
5. Cash & Treasury Management
* Manage cash flow, bank relationships, and financing arrangements.
* Oversee foreign currency transactions and FX risk related to imports and cross-border payments.
* Support intercompany settlements and financing structures within the group.
6. Internal Control & Process Improvement
* Establish and maintain effective internal controls and financial procedures.
* Improve financial processes and systems to support business growth.
* Ensure compliance with internal policies and group financial standards.
7. Team & Stakeholder Management
* Manage and develop local finance staff (if applicable).
* Act as a key finance business partner to sales, operations, and management teams.
* Communicate effectively with headquarters, auditors, banks, and authorities.
Qualifications & Requirements
1. Education & Certification
* Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields.
* CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is a strong plus.
2. Work Experience
* Minimum 10 years of relevant finance or accounting experience.
* Experience in industrial equipment, renewable energy, EPC, or project-based sales is highly preferred.
* Solid experience with local accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory reporting.
* Experience in multinational companies and cross-border transactions is a strong advantage.
3. Technical Skills
* Strong knowledge of financial reporting, taxation, and internal controls.
* Good understanding of equipment sales, imports, and services.
* Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel; experience with SAP or similar systems preferred.
4. Language Skills
* Fluent in English and local language (both written and spoken).
* Mandarin Chinese is a plus but not required.
5. Personal Attributes
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* High sense of responsibility, integrity, and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-growing business environment.
* Good communication and stakeholder management skills.