EF is looking for an experienced finance professional to join our international team as Accounting Manager. You will take direct ownership of monthly close, statutory accounting, tax compliance, and process improvement, working closely with our finance operations team, business process outsourcing (BPO) provider, and external advisors.

This role offers full responsibility for accounting outputs and is suited to someone who enjoys working in detail and owning the accuracy and completeness of financials.

Own day-to-day accounting and financial reporting for Italy

Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of trial balances, reconciliations, and monthly and year-end close

Support preparation of VAT, CIT, and statutory filings (in collaboration with external advisors)

Prepare audit materials and internal reports, ensuring compliance with EF’s internal control standards

Contribute to standardization, automation, and system rollouts

Work cross-functionally with regional, local, and centralized teams

Collaborate with the Regional Finance Leadership and Regional Operations Team





Minimum 4 years of finance or accounting experience

Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance

Strong technical understanding of accounting principles and controls

Solid understanding of Italian GAAP, VAT, and statutory requirements

Ability to operate in a fast-paced, international environment with evolving processes

Fluent in English and Italian, both written and spoken

Experience in a matrix organization and/or shared service environment

Opportunity to shape and strengthen the finance function in a dynamic, international environment.

Supportive culture focused on professional growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities and reporting lines may evolve to meet the changing needs of the organization.

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