Accountant/Finance Manager

Job Description

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Come and join one of the world’s leading luxury travel brands.

A&K Travel Group is a dynamic collection of travel and cruise companies, including Abercrombie & Kent, Crystal, and the world’s oldest travel agency, Cox & Kings. We create unique, immersive travel experiences worldwide. Our people make us a great place to work, fostering a supportive environment with ongoing training and global career opportunities. We also make a difference: Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy has supported communities for 40 years, and we were recognised by Which? for exceptional client care during the pandemic.

ROLE PROFILE

Position: Accountant/Finance Manager, Italy Services

Department: Group Finance

Location: Milan, Italy

Reports to: Europe Regional Finance Director

Salary Range: EURO 50, ,000.00

PURPOSE

The Finance Manager will have full ownership of the Italy Services entity (c.15 employees), leading all financial, payroll, and statutory activities. This is a hands‑on role combining financial control, accounting, payroll coordination, and business partnering within a small, standalone entity environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Financial Control & Accounting

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• Maintain full ownership of the general ledger and accounting records
  
• Record and analyse salaries, including payroll postings and reconciliations
  
• Manage fixed assets: capitalisation, movements, and monthly depreciation
  
• Record purchase invoices, staff expenses, and ensure compliance with deductibility rules
  
• Prepare and post accruals and deferrals (G&A and other costs)
  
• Manage bank postings, reconciliations, and transaction allocations
  

2. Payments & Cash Management

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• Oversee and process all payments including:
  
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  • Salaries, tax payments, pension funds, and suppliers
    
  • VAT, corporate taxes, and other statutory payments
    
  
  
  
• Act as secondary approver on banking platforms
  
• Monitor cash flow and working capital
  

3. VAT, Tax & Statutory Compliance

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• Prepare and submit VAT returns and maintain VAT registers
  
• Manage quarterly and annual tax declarations
  
• Coordinate with external advisors (CPA, payroll consultant)
  
• Ensure compliance with Italian statutory and tax requirements
  

4. Management Reporting & Planning

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• Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis
  
• Produce additional reporting (e.g. Prophix reports)
  
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes including:
  
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  • P&L and G&A cost planning
    
  • Salary cost projections
    
  • Reconciliation of budget/forecast vs. actuals
    
  
  
  

5. Payroll Administration

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• Act as key interface with outsourced payroll provider
  
• Collect and submit monthly payroll inputs including:
  
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  • Absences, sick leave, parental leave
    
  • Salary adjustments and working hour changes
    
  • Expense reimbursements and benefits
    
  
  
  
• Review payroll outputs and ensure accuracy of payslips
  
• Process salary payments and resolve discrepancies
  

6. Employee Finance Administration

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• Support onboarding processes (tax data, benefits, system coordination)
  
• Manage lunch voucher process (calculation, ordering, distribution)
  
• Support expenses process (with ongoing automation improvements)
  
• Process bonus payments in coordination with HR
  

7. Revenue & Intercompany Accounting

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• Raise and record sales invoices (including SDI e-invoicing)
  
• Manage recharge invoices and intercompany transactions
  
• Reconcile intercompany balances and agreements
  

8. Audit & Governance

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• Lead the audit process and prepare statutory accounts
  
• Ensure timely delivery of audit requirements and filings
  
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance
  

9. Team & Stakeholder Management

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• Manage and oversee the local finance resource
  
• Act as the primary finance contact for the Italy entity
  
• Collaborate with HR, regional finance teams, and external providers
  

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

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• Qualified accountant or equivalent experience in Italy
  
• Strong knowledge of Italian GAAP, VAT, and payroll processes
  
• Experience in a broad, hands‑on finance role