Accountant/Finance Manager – Italy Services DepartmentLocation: Milan, ItalyReports to: Europe Regional Finance DirectorSalary: €50,000–60,000PurposeThe 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.ResponsibilitiesFinancial Control &

- AccountingMaintain 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.Payments &
- Cash ManagementOversee 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.VAT, Tax &
- Statutory CompliancePrepare 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.Management Reporting &
- PlanningPrepare 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; reconcile budget/forecast vs. actuals.Payroll AdministrationAct as key interface with outsourced payroll provider; collect and submit monthly payroll inputs (absences, sick leave,



parental leave, salary adjustments, working hour changes, expense reimbursements, benefits); review payroll outputs and ensure accuracy of payslips; process salary payments and resolve discrepancies.Employee Finance AdministrationSupport onboarding processes (tax data, benefits, system coordination); manage lunch voucher process (calculation, ordering, distribution); support expenses process with ongoing automation improvements; process premio payments in coordination with HR.Revenue &
- Intercompany AccountingRaise and record sales invoices (including SDI e-invoicing); manage recharge invoices and intercompany transactions; reconcile intercompany balances and agreements.Audit &
- GovernanceLead the audit process and prepare statutory accounts; ensure timely delivery of audit requirements and filings; maintain strong internal controls and compliance.Team &
- Stakeholder ManagementManage 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.Skills &
- ExperienceQualified 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.Person SpecificationHands‐on and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership.Comfortable operating as a standalone finance lead.Strong problem‐solving and process improvement mindset.Effective communicator with both finance and non‐finance stakeholders.EEO StatementAbercrombie &
- Kent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

📌 Accountant/Finance Manager (Milano)
🏢 Abercrombie u0026 Kent
📍 Milano