Accountant/Finance Manager

Come and join one of the world’s leading luxury travel brands.

A&K Travel Group is a dynamic collection of travel and cruise companies, including Abercrombie & Kent, Crystal, and the world’s oldest travel agency, Cox & Kings. We create unique, immersive travel experiences worldwide. Our people make us a great place to work, fostering a supportive environment with ongoing training and global career opportunities. We also make a difference: Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy has supported communities for 40 years, and we were recognised by Which? for exceptional client care during the pandemic.

Position: Accountant/Finance Manager, Italy Services

Department: Group Finance

Location: Milan, Italy

Reports to: Europe Regional Finance Director

Salary Range: EURO 50,000.00 - 60,000.00

The Finance Manager will have full ownership of the Italy Services entity (c.15 employees), leading all financial, payroll, and statutory activities. This is a hands‑on role combining financial control, accounting, payroll coordination, and business partnering within a small, standalone entity environment.

• Maintain full ownership of the general ledger and accounting records
• Record and analyse salaries, including payroll postings and reconciliations
• Manage fixed assets: capitalisation, movements, and monthly depreciation
• Record purchase invoices, staff expenses, and ensure compliance with deductibility rules
• Prepare and post accruals and deferrals (G&A and other costs)
• Manage bank postings, reconciliations, and transaction allocations

• Oversee and process all payments including:
  • Salaries, tax payments, pension funds, and suppliers
  • VAT, corporate taxes, and other statutory payments
• Act as secondary approver on banking platforms
• Monitor cash flow and working capital

• Prepare and submit VAT returns and maintain VAT registers
• Manage quarterly and annual tax declarations
• Coordinate with external advisors (CPA, payroll consultant)
• Ensure compliance with Italian statutory and tax requirements

• Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis
• Produce additional reporting (e.g. Prophix reports)
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes including:
  • P&L and G&A cost planning
  • Salary cost projections
  • Reconciliation of budget/forecast vs. actuals

• Act as key interface with outsourced payroll provider
• Collect and submit monthly payroll inputs including:
  • Absences, sick leave, parental leave
  • Salary adjustments and working hour changes
  • Expense reimbursements and benefits
• Review payroll outputs and ensure accuracy of payslips
• Process salary payments and resolve discrepancies

• Support onboarding processes (tax data, benefits, system coordination)
• Manage lunch voucher process (calculation, ordering, distribution)
• Support expenses process (with ongoing automation improvements)
• Process bonus payments in coordination with HR

• Raise and record sales invoices (including SDI e-invoicing)
• Manage recharge invoices and intercompany transactions
• Reconcile intercompany balances and agreements

• Lead the audit process and prepare statutory accounts
• Ensure timely delivery of audit requirements and filings
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance

• Manage and oversee the local finance resource
• Act as the primary finance contact for the Italy entity
• Collaborate with HR, regional finance teams, and external providers

• Qualified accountant or equivalent experience in Italy
• Strong knowledge of Italian GAAP, VAT, and payroll processes
• Experience in a broad, hands‑on finance role within a small entity
• Strong understanding of end‑to‑end accounting and payroll
• Experience working with external payroll providers and auditors
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Fluent in Italian and English

• Hands‑on and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership
• Comfortable operating as a standalone finance l