Hydro Global Business Services (GBS) is an organizational area that operates as an internal service provider for the Hydro group. Its ultimate purpose is to deliver relevant IT, financial and HR business services to all business areas within the company.
Role purpose
For our Global Business Services (GBS) Finance Italy organization, we are currently seeking an Accounting Manager. Based at our offices in Cernusco sul Naviglio / Ornago (Milan area) and reporting directly to the Head of GBS Regional Hub Europe South, you will be responsible for overseeing accounting activities for three legal entities in Italy. The scope includes general accounting, statutory and management reporting, and local tax matters, supporting our Extrusion and Building Systems business units.
What you will be doing
1. Ensure the quality, accuracy, and reliability of accounting information
2. Manage the preparation, calculation, and reporting of local taxes, ensuring compliance with Italian regulations, IFRS standards, and Group requirements
3. Oversee all general accounting entries, ensuring appropriate controls, documentation, and accuracy
4. Supervise monthly and annual closing activities and accounting reporting
5. Lead, coach, and develop a team of five accountants reporting directly to you
6. Actively manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders Collaboration & Projects
7. Serve as a key finance contact, working closely with Controlling and IT teams
8. Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of accounting processes and information systems
9. Participate in cross-functional and cross-entity projects, including planning, execution, and progress communication
10. In close collaboration with the Finance Managers of Building Systems and Extrusion, liaise with statutory auditors and tax authorities
11. Interact with other entities across the Norsk Hydro Group
What will make you successful?
12. Higher education in Accounting or Finance (University degree, master’s degree, or equivalent)
13. Minimum 4 years of experience as accounting manager in an international or multinational environment
14. Strong knowledge of IFRS standards
15. SAP Finance proficiency is a plus
16. Very good knowledge of English
17. Strong Excel skills
18. Proven leadership skills, ability to work effectively in a matrix organization, and strong task-prioritization capabilities
What we offer you
19. Working at the world’s only fully integrated aluminum and leading renewable energy company
20. Diverse, global teams
21. Flexible work environment/home office
22. We provide you the freedom to be creative and to learn from experts
23. Possibility to grow with the company, gain new certificates
24. Attractive benefit package
Equal opportunities
At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.
Apply before: 30/06/2026