Finance Manager Airtech Italy

**About Munters**

Our advanced systems support customers across diverse industries—from **batteries and pharmaceuticals to data center cooling and food production**. With our efficient products and solutions, we ensure operational continuity and quality for our customers while minimizing **energy and water usage**.

**About the Role**

We are seeking an experienced **Finance Manager** to lead all financial and accounting activities for the **Humidity Control Technologies (HCT) Business Line** in Italy.

In this role, you will oversee financial reporting, business control, investment activities, tax and treasury, risk management, and payroll. You will act as a key financial partner for the **Business Unit Manager Italy**, while ensuring transparent communication with headquarters in Sweden on performance, development, and strategic matters.

As Finance Manager, you will also manage the local Finance team, drive improvements in financial processes, and ensure compliance with both Italian regulations and Munters global policies.

This is a **hybrid role**, allowing flexibility to work remotely, but requires **regular presence at our office in Imperia several days per week**.

**Your Key Tasks & Responsibilities**

**Management Accounting**
- Coordinate all financial reporting for **Munters Humidity Control Italy**S.r.l.**
- Ensure accurate and compliant **financial statements** (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow, equity).
- Lead and develop the local Finance team.
- Liaise with the **AirTech EMEA Finance Director** and **Group Finance** for effective and timely internal reporting.

**Tax, Treasury & Risk Handling**
- Monitor and mitigate financial risks.
- Ensure compliance with tax reporting, treasury operations, and government requirements.
- Manage internal and external audits, ensuring successful completions with no material findings.
- Safeguard assets by maintaining an effective control environment, supported by robust processes and systems.
- Handle **transfer pricing queries** and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Ensure compliance with the **Munters Financial Manual** and corporate policies.

**Business Control**
- Conduct regular cost centre reviews with the BU Leader.
- Manage departmental costs within budget, commenting on deviations.
- Support profitable growth by driving **performance measurement** and **working capital improvements**.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Drive improvements in financial systems and reporting.

**Payroll Management**
- Manage and prepare monthly payroll in alignment with an external payroll provider.
- Ensure payroll accuracy and continuous quality improvements.

**Your Profile**

We are looking for someone who is:

- A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Highly analytical with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Well-organized, precise, and able to balance multiple priorities.
- A proven leader who motivates and develops their team.

**Qualifications & Experience**
- Bachelor’s degree in **Finance**, Accounting, or a related field**.
- 5-7+ years of experience in finance/accounting, ideally in an international environment.
- Proven track record in **budgeting, forecasting, and payroll management**.
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance in Italy.
- Hands-on experience with audits, risk handling, and treasury operations.
- Proficiency in **financial software and Microsoft Office**.
- Previous leadership experience required.
- ** Fluency in both Italian and English** (spoken and written) is essential.
- A professional certification such as CFA, CPA (or equivalent), or an Italian qualification (e.g. ODCEC) is considered an advantage, but not a requirement.

**What We Offer**
- A key finance leadership role within an **international company**.
- An innovative, collaborative, and growth-oriented work environment.
- Opportunities for **professional development and training**.
- Competitive **salary and benefits package**.
- The chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the financial success of Munters HCT Italy.

At Munters, we place great importance on **well-being and personal development**. We believe in giving space for ideas and creating opportunities to grow—both professionally and personally.

**Ready to shape the future with Munters?**

**For more information or questions, please contact**:
**Yannick Voet, Talent Acquisition Specialist**
+32 (4)86 93 89 11

We look forward to hearing from you