Junior Controller

Axxam is a leading provider of integrated discovery services for the entire Life Sciences industries such as Pharmaceutical, Crop protection, Animal health, Cosmetics and Nutrition. We have world-class expertise across a broad range of discovery disciplines and innovative technologies including assay development, compound management, high throughput screening, hit identification and hit validation. Axxam is also engaged in developing strategic partnerships aimed at generating novel innovative therapies for diseases with high unmet medical need.

An open and dynamic working environment ensures high-quality results from the teams of scientists and other professionals conducting all the experimental activities, supported by an industrialized organization.

**Junior Controller - Specialist**:
We are seeking a Junior Controller for our Controlling Department, reporting to the Senior Controller.

**Major responsibilities**:
Collection, analysis and closing of reporting data (monthly)
Updating of forecasts (monthly)
Finalization of budget (annually)
Preparation of specific reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
Support in the implementation of Business Intelligence Tools and the IT development of accounting and controlling processes
Protection of business operations, maintaining confidentiality of information and projects
Support month-end closing activities
Analysis of accounting records and financial statements to prepare monthly and year to date reports for the top management and the BoD
Ensure compliance with organizational guidelines and procedures. Support with ideas and suggestions procedures review, recommending improvements
Support the organization on the accounting practices and financial record keeping.

**Required knowledge and skills**:
Ability to read and process information and data
Bachelor’s degree in economics or Economics studies background or similar
Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel (and all the Microsoft Office tools)
Problem-solving skills
Good skills with IT tools
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Fluency in English, written and spoken.

**Additional Essential Job Skills**:
Excellent communication and time management skills as well as high level of organizational ability
Attention to detail and high precision
Possess troubleshooting, problem solving, and creative/innovative thought
Open minded and capable of thinking outside conventional schemes to solve complex problems
Self-motivated and self-directed
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

**Will be considered a plus**:
One or two years as Controller or in Finance/Accounting departments or any relevant role in a structured company environment
Knowledge of ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central)
Knowledge of Business Intelligence Tools (such as Microsoft Power BI)
Informatic skills regarding programming or database infrastructures (query and analysis).

Axxam is an equal opportunity employer

Axxam S.p.A.

OpenZone - via Meucci 3 - 20091 Bresso (Milano, Italy)