The Accountant ensures accurate and timely management of the company's financial transactions, supporting both the general ledger and the accounts payable/receivable processes. The role contributes to monthly closing, compliance with local regulations, and provides financial data to internal stakeholders.Typical Accountabilities:Accounts Payable -Process supplier invoices, verify documentation, manage payment schedules, reconcile statements, and ensure compliance with internal policiesAccounts Receivable -Issue customer invoices, monitor outstanding payments, manage credit notes, and support collection activitiesGeneral Accounting -Maintain accurate accounting records, support journal entries, accruals, and reconciliationsMonth-End Closing -Assist with closing activities, prepare reports, and ensure deadlines are metVAT & Tax Compliance -Support VAT calculations, Intrastat, and other statutory requirements in line with local regulationsExpense Management -Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring policy complianceFixed Assets -Maintain asset register, track depreciation, and support auditsAudit Support -Provide documentation and explanations during internal and external auditsCross-Functional Collaboration -Work closely with Finance, Procurement, HR, and Operations to ensure data accuracy and process alignmentRequired Skills & Experience:Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance,



or a related fieldKnowledge of Italian VAT and basic tax principlesProficiency with ERP systems and MS ExcelGood command of English, written and spokenAccuracy and confidentialityAccounts Payable & ReceivableVAT & Tax ComplianceMonth-End ClosingFluent Italian and English language skills - written and verbalDesired Skills & Experience:Fixed Assets AccountingAudit SupportExperience in multinational environments or structured companiesKnowledge of Intrastat, electronic invoicing, and RIBA proceduresFamiliarity with cost control or management accounting principlesWhat we offer:Discretionary annual bonus27 days annual leave plus bank holidaysAdditional day of annual leave for birthdayPaid day off for volunteeringEmployee assistance programThis is a hybrid role, with 3 days per week based in our Bologna office.Essentra plc is a leading global provider of essential components and solutions, focusing on the manufacture and distribution of plastic injection moulded, vinyl dip moulded and metal items.Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Essentra's global network extends to 28 countries worldwide and includes c.3,000 employees, 14 manufacturing facilities, 26 distribution centres and 37 sales & service centres serving c.64,000 customers with a rapid supply of low cost but essential products for a variety of applications in industries such as equipment manufacturing, automotive, fabrication, electronics, medical and renewable energy.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Accountant (Bologna)
🏢 Essentra
📍 Bologna