Senior Finance Partner Europe

tbd This Finance Manager will be responsible for a broad range of financial activities and a critical partner to the Commercial leadership team and the managing directors. He or she will be responsible for overseeing forecasting & reporting, commercial modeling, driving finance initiatives, and delivering strategic analysis to improve business performance. Key responsibilities: Partner with senior managers to establish strategic plans and objectives for the European commercial organization Make final decisions on administrative and operational matters within scope of authority Ensure effective achievement of operational objectives through financial stewardship and analysis Serve as a finance partner to the teams, providing insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making. Coordinate comprehensive budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes for the European commercial business ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives Oversee quarterly forecasting and reporting across Orders, Price, Backlog, Revenue, Margins, and Cash metrics Provide detailed financial analysis and insights to support monthly leadership meetings, strategic goal setting, and annual operating plans Support monthly and quarterly operational reviews with data-driven recommendations Analyse financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and present actionable solutions to stakeholders Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis for senior management Ensure compliance with corporate financial reporting standards and deadlines Develop and maintain financial dashboards and KPI reporting for leadership visibility Drive product profit margin improvement through margin expansion initiatives Lead productivity improvements through pricing optimization, product mix analysis, and cost management Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize financial performance and drive operational efficiency Personal Profile : Comfortable around senior management. Strong multi-cultural interpersonal skills. Builds constructive and effective relationships.  Demonstrates ability to be effective in a matrix-reporting environment. Allocates time and resources efficiently, able to adapt to shifting priorities; continually seeks way to improve individual/team efficiency; meets aggressive deadlines.  Exhibits an assertive personality with a strong bias for action and with a results- Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting or Business. Chartered Accountant, CIA, or MBA is a plus. 5+ years finance experience Working knowledge of English and Italian is required Excellent MS Excel skills, working knowledge of SAP, Hyperion and Business Objects strongly preferred Effectively communicates with and engages all levels of the organization verbally and in writing; translates technical guidance into business terms and implications; produces clear, understandable documentation geared for all audiences. Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with the ability to link financials to operational and market drivers Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field. Experience in the life sciences or technology sector, particularly in a multinational corporation. Track record of implementing innovative financial strategies that drive business growth and improve cash performance. Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization. Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing strategic thinking with meticulous attention to detail