Senior Manager Finance Italy

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Senior Manager Finance Italy

BIC

Hybrid

Description: JoinBIC World, acommunity of brandsdedicated to creating ingeniously simple and joyful products that have been part of hearts and homes for over 75 years. We are committed togrowing our iconic and innovative brandsby reimagining everyday essentials in new, sustainable, and responsible ways.

Our culture encourages a\"roll up your sleeves and get the job done\"mindset, ensuring self-starters, problem solvers, and innovative thinkers can truly thrive. At BIC World, you are empowered to take ownership of your career and use your unique perspective to make a meaningful, global impact on our mission.

Position Overview

AsSenior Finance Manager for Italy region , you area key leader responsible for the full finance scope, combiningfinancial controlling, statutory compliance, and advanced commercial finance partnering .

Reporting to the Finance Director Commercial Europe, you will act as astrategic business partner to the Commercial organization and Leadership Team , driving profitable growth through robust financial planning, Gross-to-Net (GTN) management, and performance insight.

This role blendsstrategic influence and hands-on execution , with ownership of financial performance, compliance, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Finance Business Partnering

• Act as acore member of the Country Leadership Team , contributing to business strategy and decision-making
• Partner closely withSales, Revenue Growth Management (RGM), Marketing, HR and Commercial Strategy
• Provideactionable financial insights to drive revenue growth, margin expansion, and ROI optimization
• Support and challenge commercial teams onpricing, promotions, trade investment, and customer strategy
• Lead financial input intostrategic and transformation projects

2. Commercial Finance & GTN Management

• Own and overseeGross-to-Net (GTN) analysis , including trade spend, discounts, and promotional investments
• Contribute to the development and review ofcustomer and channel P&Ls
• Ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance of GTN reporting
• Deliverpost-event analysis on commercial initiatives and promotions

3. Financial Planning, Forecasting & Controlling

• Own thefull P&L for the Italy entity , including Revenue, COGS, Brand support and OPEX
• Leadbudget, rolling forecasts, and long-term planning processes
• Deliver timely and accuratemonthly closing and management reporting
• Analyze performance vs. plan/prior year and drivecorrective actions
• Develop and maintainfinancial models, dashboards, and KPIs
• Providein-depth variance analysis and performance commentary
• Drive continuous improvement inforecast accuracy and reporting processes

4. Statutory, Accounting & Compliance

• Ensure compliance withaccounting standards (GAAP) and Group IFRS.
• Act asprimary contact for auditors
• Ensure effectiveinternal control environment and risk management framework, including credit limit risks (Coface insurance)
• Monitor impacts onP&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow
• Overseecash flow and working capital management, including DSO optimization & inventory turn over
• Supervise payroll-related financial aspects in coordination with HR

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely withFP&A, GBS, Supply Chain, and Group Finance teams
• Align financial plans withoperational and commercial strategies
• Contribute toregional and global finance initiatives
• Support business case development forinvestments and strategic initiatives

6. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and develop the Finance team
• Foster aperformance-driven, collaborative culture
• Coach team members and supportcapability building
• Driveprocess standardization and efficiency improvements

7. Process Improvement & Data Governance

• Improvefinancial tools, reporting systems, and dashboards
• Enhancedata quality, governance, and transparency
• Supportsystem implementation or upgrades (ERP, planning tools)
• Identify and implementefficiency and automation opportunities

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Master’s degree inFinance, Accounting, or Business Administration