For a solid production Italian company with an international scope based in the province of Bergamo, we are looking for an Industrial Controller who, as part of a team of 3 people, supports management control and economic analysis activities.
OverviewThe Industrial Controller manager is responsible for the complete, accurate, and timely execution of financial and general accounting tasks in a machinery manufacturing company. With solid understanding of industrial value-creation processes, the accountant ensures that entries, closings, and financial analyses accurately reflect the economic realities of production, inventory, and project activities.
Main Responsibilities
Financial and General Ledger Accounting
* Independent management of the general ledger and selected sub-ledgers.
* Ensuring correct accounting of production orders, projects, and inventory movements.
* Execution of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings according to local regulations and relevant accounting standards (IFRS).
* Reconciliation of accounts and monitoring of balance sheet and profit & loss items.
* Supporting the posting of all ongoing business transactions (accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank, cash, fixed assets)
Fixed Asset and Project Accounting
* Maintenance of fixed assets, including capitalizations, depreciation, and disposals.
* Accounting support for investment and production-related projects.
* Monitoring CAPEX budgets and verifying correct accounting classifications.
Cost and Production-Related Accounting
* Cooperation with Controlling and Production to ensure accurate booking of production and overhead costs.
* Support with inventories, stock valuations, and variance analyses.
* Verification of stock and material postings, ensuring correct cost allocation for setup, production, and overhead costs.
Taxes, Compliance & Audit
* Preparation and support with VAT returns and other tax-related filings.
* Ensuring compliance with internal policies and legal requirements.
* Support for external and internal auditors, including preparation of required documentation.
Processes & Digitalization
* Participation in the development of financial processes, interfaces, and systems (ERP, digital workflows).
* Identification of optimization potential in processes and reporting structures.
* Support with ERP adjustments or implementations.
Requirements
Education & Experience
* Commercial education or degree in finance/accounting.
* Further education in finance (e.g., Federal Diploma in Finance and Accounting) is an advantage.
* Several years of experience in financial accounting, ideally in machinery manufacturing or a similar industrial environment.
* Experience with industrial ERP systems and understanding of production and inventory processes.
Professional Skills
* Strong knowledge of accounting and tax regulations.
* Confident handling of financial closings and accounting issues.
* Good Excel knowledge and experience with ERP systems.
* Understanding of cost accounting, production processes, and project-related accounting.
Personal Skills
* High accuracy, structure, and sense of responsibility.
* Independent, reliable, and proactive working style.
* Strong communication skills and enjoyment of cross-functional collaboration.
* Ability to question processes and drive improvements.
* Native Italian and good English skills.
Salaryfrom 40.000 to 70.000 euro / annual