Accountant - Temp

a Fortune 500 company and one of the global leaders in the field of electronic components distribution, is seeking a highly motivated French Speaking Accountant to join our South Europe Accounting Team based in Milan. The successful candidate will drive innovation and deliver excellence in a fast-paced, international environment. He will collaborate with cross-functional teams worldwide, contributing to groundbreaking projects with career opportunities within a truly global organization.
The hired person will be involved in Finance and Accounting activities for the French entities of the Avnet Group . Our new team member will be someone with proven experience in finance, asset, and payment processes. SAP experience is considered an advantage.
Monitoring the day-to-day financial operations within the companies
Non-Trade Accounts payables, prime entries
Cash management and reporting, support payment preparation.
Maintain and reviewing financial records, including Fixed Assets Ledger, payroll postings, month end closing accruals
Intercompany and bank reconciliation.
Ensure the integrity of accounting information by verifying and recording transactions
General accounting, VAT return, in liaison with local tax and legal consultants ensuring correct calculation of monthly VAT and correct calculation of the taxable income; VAT reports, Journal Book, and other indirect tax returns.
Interact directly with the auditors to discuss and resolve accounting issues in a timely manner
Maintain strong knowledge of accounting and finance practices
Continuous improvement of processes and controls.
Support on ad hoc projects
Enhancing the tools and processes.
Proven experience in a Finance and Accounting roles
Fluent in English, Italian, and French.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in general and tax accounting.
Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, and standards.
Strong analytical, organizational, and verbal as well as written communication skills
Advanced knowledge of excel and SAP.
Familiarity with French Gaap and French laws and regulations will be considered an advantage.
Autonomy to innovate and deliver new approaches that impact the bottom and the top line
Being surrounded by inspiring and diverse talent across many different sectors
LinkedIn Learning license
Learn from people and cooperate with a wide variety of professional backgrounds
Ability to develop new skills and opportunities through lateral, geographical or functional moves
Full time and permanent employment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: