Finance Manager

Driven by the desire to respond to profound social and societal changes, Somfy is a family business committed to inspiring new ways of living for all. An independent and French Group, Somfy is the world leader in its sector, pioneering home automation and its motorizations for over 50 years.
As the preferred partner for window and door automation for homes and buildings.
We are looking for a Finance Manager Italy who will report directly to the Regional Finance Director for France & Southern Europe, in order to oversee the day-to-day operations, compliance and reporting for the Group companies in Italy.
The position, which manages general accounting teams on several entities in Italy, comes to manage the accounting teams whose mission is general accounting in IFRS and company accounts, presentation of figures and participate in the evolution of information systems, to be filled as soon as possible, based in Schio (VI).
The Finance Manager Italy, will work closely with the different finance teams in Italy to manage the various financial accounting responsibilities, including the integrity of the accounts in IFRS and closing company accounts, the production of half-year and annual accounts, external and internal audits, balance sheet reconciliations, presentations to internal and external stakeholders, and tax audits.
Our ideal candidate will use their strong analytical skills to prepare detailed financial reports, participation in legal entity optimisation projects, preparation of various compliance filings including tax returns, statutory consolidation, and contribute to forecasting.
To succeed in this position, he will need to have an approach based on improving, automating and simplifying processes, solving problems and being able to lead remote and local teams.
The Finance Manager Italy will be an essential part of the team, working closely with the accounting team and Group finance teams to guarantee our sound financial management and a complete and on time reporting.
The successful candidate will join an open and flexible work environment.
Financial Accounting & Reporting

Coordinate, prepare and submit the accounting operations in order to submit IFRS monthly, quarterly, and annual financials, in accordance with the group calendar to IFRS group and local standards for the Italy entities
Coordinate local and group external auditors for annual audits and statutory accounts preparation and ensure if any audit issues are resolved and communicated
Contribute for Italy to the annual budget process, leaded by Controlling department
Compliance and Control

Safeguard compliance with IFRS, local financial regulations, VAT, office of national statistics, customs and tax requirements.
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity
Oversee VAT, PAYE, and other tax filings and ensure timely and accurate submissions
Ownership of payroll accounting and interface with HR and payroll provider
Implements internal controls based on group guidelines for entities in his/her scope and follows-up & orchestrates audit & internal control action plans
Preparation and/or Supervision of VAT Audits and tax declarations, and various other statutory filings
manage and follow specific actions in coordination with the group tax department
Lead and mentor the accounting teams in Schio, Milano and Galliera, providing guidance and support for professional development
Systems, Projects and Process Improvement

Evaluate current accounting systems and processes, recommending and implementing improvements.
Ensure effective utilization of financial software and tools
Drive automation and efficiency initiatives within the finance department
Lead system or other process efficiency projects as required
7-10 years of experience in a sales industrial finance position
~ SAP S4HANA is a must
~ Qualified accountant with strong background in IFRS experience
~ Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
~ Business fluent in English is a must, French is an asset
~ Excellent communication skills with the ability to structure your thoughts and derive action plans for your team to execute, as well as the ability to communicate efficiently across all staff and stakeholders levels
~ The protection of our candidates’ personal data is a commitment of Somfy Group. Type: Full-time
Administrative
Mid-Senior Level
Industrial Automation
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