h3Job Description /h3 pbCome and join one of the world’s leading luxury travel brands. /b /p pAK 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. /p h3ROLE PROFILE /h3 pbPosition /b: Accountant/Finance Manager, Italy Services /p pbDepartment /b: Group Finance /p pbLocation /b: Milan, Italy /p pbReports to /b: Europe Regional Finance Director /p pbSalary Range: /bEURO 50,000.00 - 60,000.00 /p h3PURPOSE /h3 pThe 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. /p h3RESPONSIBILITIES /h3 h31. Financial Control Accounting /h3 ul liMaintain full ownership of the general ledger and accounting records /li liRecord and analyse salaries, including payroll postings and reconciliations /li liManage fixed assets: capitalisation, movements, and monthly depreciation /li liRecord purchase invoices, staff expenses, and ensure compliance with deductibility rules /li liPrepare and post accruals and deferrals (GA and other costs) /li liManage bank postings, reconciliations, and transaction allocations /li /ul h32. Payments Cash Management /h3 ul liOversee and process all payments including: ul liSalaries, tax payments, pension funds,



and suppliers /li liVAT, corporate taxes, and other statutory payments /li /ul /li liAct as secondary approver on banking platforms /li liMonitor cash flow and working capital /li /ul h33. VAT, Tax Statutory Compliance /h3 ul liPrepare and submit VAT returns and maintain VAT registers /li liManage quarterly and annual tax declarations /li liCoordinate with external advisors (CPA, payroll consultant) /li liEnsure compliance with Italian statutory and tax requirements /li /ul h34. Management Reporting Planning /h3 ul liPrepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis /li liProduce additional reporting (e.g. Prophix reports) /li liSupport budgeting and forecasting processes including: ul liPL and GA cost planning /li liSalary cost projections /li liReconciliation of budget/forecast vs. actuals /li /ul /li /ul h35. Payroll Administration /h3 ul liAct as key interface with outsourced payroll provider /li liCollect and submit monthly payroll inputs including: ul liAbsences, sick leave, parental leave /li liSalary adjustments and working hour changes /li liExpense reimbursements and benefits /li /ul /li liReview payroll outputs and ensure accuracy of payslips /li liProcess salary payments and resolve discrepancies /li /ul h36. Employee Finance Administration /h3 ul liSupport onboarding processes (tax data, benefits, system coordination) /li liManage lunch voucher process (calculation, ordering, distribution)



/li liSupport expenses process (with ongoing automation improvements) /li liProcess premio payments in coordination with HR /li /ul h37. Revenue Intercompany Accounting /h3 ul liRaise and record sales invoices (including SDI e-invoicing) /li liManage recharge invoices and intercompany transactions /li liReconcile intercompany balances and agreements /li /ul h38. Audit Governance /h3 ul liLead the audit process and prepare statutory accounts /li liEnsure timely delivery of audit requirements and filings /li liMaintain strong internal controls and compliance /li /ul h39. Team Stakeholder Management /h3 ul liManage and oversee the local finance resource /li liAct as the primary finance contact for the Italy entity /li liCollaborate with HR, regional finance teams, and external providers /li /ul h3SKILLS EXPERIENCE /h3 ul liQualified accountant or equivalent experience in Italy /li liStrong knowledge of Italian GAAP, VAT, and payroll processes /li liExperience in a broad, hands‑on finance role within a small entity /li liStrong understanding of end‑to‑end accounting and payroll /li liExperience working with external payroll providers and auditors /li liHigh attention to detail and strong organisational skills /li liFluent in Italian and English /li /ul h3PERSON SPECIFICATION /h3 ul liHands‑on and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership /li liComfortable operating as a standalone finance lead /li liStrong problem‑solving and process improvement mindset /liliEffective communicator with both finance and non‑finance stakeholders /li /ul h3EEO Statement /h3 pAbercrombie Kent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Accountant/Finance Manager (Milano)
🏢 Abercrombiekent
📍 Milano