Italy Finance Manager

MSX International Group is the leading global provider of outsourced business solutions for the automotive industry making business in more than 80 countries. MSXI's deep industry expertise combined with advanced data analytics and custom software solutions improve the performance of automotive dealership networks by increasing revenue, reducing cost, and enhancing customer satisfaction.Job DescriptionTheFinance Manageroversees the day-to-day activities of the finance team, ensures the company's finance function is organized and efficient and produces accurate financial and management accounts and support the VS Finance Director to achieve the Company tasks. The Finance Manager has dotted reporting line to the Group Financial Controller.The Finance Manager oversees monthly, quarterly, and annual results through a consistent reporting pack, business partnering Operations in order to achieve Company results.They'll play a fully operational role, very hands on, focusing on the following responsibilities:Accountability for managing the finance department and compliance mattersCompliance with corporation tax, payroll taxes, preparation of VAT returnsEnsure timely preparation and submission of statutory for the MarketsSupport the Finance Team on timely Budget pack preparation and submission and ensure local finance budgeting and forecasting processes in line with the company financial schedulingCost analysis as base for decisions and investmentsAnalysis of project resultsResponsibility in compiling business results, cash flow reports and support business forecastsSupport the team in reviewing monthly revenue, unbilled debtor calculation, deferred incomeSupport the forecast submission & deviation analysisLead the month end activitiesPrepare cash flow forecast and follow upManagement of a complete set of reconciled balance sheet accountsTimely submission of key deliverables to managementLead the price controlling and support the Finance Director for the review and approval of all commercial proposal before submission to Customers based on the Delegation of AuthorityLead the approval of all purchases based on the Delegation of AuthorityManagement daily finance tasks and ensure completion of duties regarding general and analytics accounting, supplier ledger, sales ledger, cashbooks, payroll and taxesEnsure precise and timely bank reconciliationEnsure precise and timely balance sheet reconciliationSupport the Finance team to perform precise and timely general ledger reconciliationBank account management and on-line bankingSupervise monthly payroll review and reconciliationSupervise invoice handling and paymentsReconciliation of inter-company accounts and tracking of pan-European billingAccountability in managing the finance tasks and compliance mattersManage and ensure the achievement of the annual auditsSupervision/Working with the Finance/Admin team to ensure to:Create accurate sales ledger, including liaison with Operations to obtain information and attention to the pan-European sales invoicesEnsure accurate supplier ledger and input of the monthly pan-European supplier invoicesManage accruals and prepaymentsSupervise the office facility tasksSupervise and manage the car fleetSupervise/Work with the Finance/Admin team to ensure:Efficient supplier contracts signature, maintenance, renewal and negotiation.The role will include responsibilities at procurement level including:Ensure that procurement process and routines are in place as per Company policies. Give constant contribution on policies improvementApprove Purchases before the purchase process takes placeNegotiating with suppliers, ensuring a sustainable procurement relationshipTake initiative to lead efficiently changes (various projects)Discover profitable suppliers and initiate business and organization partnershipsManagement of annual quality and compliance auditFinalize purchase details of orders and deliveriesExamine and test existing contracts in order to identify risk elements or opportunities of improvementCreate or maintain Company General Terms and Conditions and ensure that all Suppliers stick to thatAdditional temporary tasks according to Company needs.Working pattern:Full-time roleRome - hybridQualificationsMust:Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent job experience.Desirable:Fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA for international accounting rules e.g. US GAAP or equivalent local certifications.Desirable:Master's degree in accounting and/or business administration.ExperienceMust:Approximately 5 years relevant financial experience (likely at medium sized company).Must: Approximately 2 years of team management.Must:Local tax and accounting experience.Must:Experience from financial analysis tools.Desirable:Experience finance work in project form.Desirable:Knowledge in accounting tools (i.e. payroll tools), (JD Edwards), forecasting (Smartview) and reporting (Insight & Oracle PBCS) software.Desirable:Experience from change management.Desirable:Experience from international accounting environmentKnowledge and Skills required:Must:Computer literate with good excel skills and solid understanding of accounting software principles.Good leadership capacity with the ability to coach, motivate and lead others.Capable to take initiative to and drive the change of structural finance and operation management processes for the current situation and for the future.Like to work in a fast-changing environment.Analytic, solution- and business oriented.Good communication and inter-personal skills.Result oriented and strong self-motivation.Ability to work under pressure/handle stress in a good way.LanguagesMust:Fluent in Italian (written and spoken).Must:Fluent in English (written and spoken).Desirable:Other languages.OthersFulltime and prepared to work overtime when needed.Must be prepared to travel.Driving license.Broadband at home.Eligible for corporate incentive plan if decided by management.Additional InformationWith over 5,000 employees based in more than 80 countries across the globe, our teams provide industry leading expertise that spans:Consumer EngagementParts, Accessories & Service PerformanceActionable InsightsRepair Optimization & ComplianceLearning SolutionsDistribution & Sales PerformanceOur proven track record means that we now partner with almost every car manufacturer on the market.The MSX PurposeTo empower Movers and Makers to thrive in our ever-changing worldThe MSX MissionTo harness our expertise in mobility, the creativity of our global teams, and the power of technology, to craft tailored, sustainable and innovative solutions.The MSX VisionTo be the clients' first choice, recognized for our operational excellence and commitment to driving change and innovation in the mobility industry.MSX is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, neurodiversity or other personal characteristics and backgrounds, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, or marital and parental status. As users of the Disability Confident scheme, we interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.