Finance & Administration Specialist (Italy) (m/f)

pstrongSATO /strong is a leading global provider of Auto-ID solutions that connect people, goods and information. It serves a diverse range of sectors to streamline operations, empower workforces and help customers reduce their environmental impact. Integrating auto-ID technologies with hardware as solutions, we tag identifiers to things and people at the site of business operations and feed data to IT systems for processing. /ppbr / /ppThis role is suited for a highly motivated, energetic, and ambitious professional with a strong passion for business control, financial analysis, and Italian labor law administration. You will play a key role in consolidating and improving management reporting while supporting financial and HR administrative processes across Europe. The position offers significant responsibility and strong growth potential. /ppYou will work closely with European accounting teams, support ERP-related initiatives (new system implementation), and act as a key user for system upgrades and e-invoicing projects. In addition, you will provide operational support to the European General Manager in driving continuous improvements across the European organization. /ppbr / /ppstrongKey Responsibilities /strong /ppbr / /ppstrongFinancial Reporting Controlling /strong /ppbr / /pp• Prepare, review, and analyse monthly financial results, ensuring the accuracy of the PL statement and Balance Sheet. /pp• Perform financial analysis and cost controlling for the Italian business, including variance analysis and identification of cost-saving opportunities. /pp• Conduct and monitor Italian KPI performance, analysing trends and supporting business decision-making. /pp• Develop and improve management reporting, providing timely and meaningful financial information to local and European management. /ppbr / /ppstrongBudgeting Planning /strong /ppbr / /pp• Prepare annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and financial projections; monitor actual performance against budget. /pp• Support business decision-making with clear, fact-based financial insight. /ppbr / /ppstrongAccounting Closing /strong /ppbr / /pp• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely completion of all required activities. /pp• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records. /pp• Maintain and improve balance sheet reconciliation processes and strengthen internal financial controls. /pp• Coordinate Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and payment-related activities with external accounting providers and internal stakeholders. /ppbr / /ppstrongAdministration Company Asset Management /strong /ppbr / /pp• Manage company assets and their related costs and invoices, including company cars, fuel cards, highway toll devices, telephone contracts, office leases, and general internal purchases. /pp• Oversee relationships with service providers and suppliers for office and operational needs, ensuring cost control and timely invoice processing. /pp• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Branch Manager. /ppbr / /ppstrongTax, Audit Compliance /strong /ppbr / /pp• Prepare and review financial information required for tax reporting; collaborate with external tax advisors. /pp• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, reconciliations, and responding to audit requests. /pp• Support HR administrative activities related to Italian labour law, payroll coordination, employee documentation, and compliance with local employment regulations. /ppSystems Process Improvement /pp• Act as key user for Oracle ERP, supporting system enhancements, ERP upgrades, and e-invoicing initiatives. /pp• Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to accounting processes, governance, and financial controls. /pp• Support the implementation and standardisation of finance processes across European entities, and participate in cross-functional finance projects. /ppbr / /ppstrongSystems Process Improvement /strong /ppbr / /pp• Act as key user for Oracle ERP, supporting system enhancements, ERP upgrades, and e-invoicing initiatives. /pp• Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to accounting processes, governance, and financial controls. /pp• Support the implementation and standardisation of finance processes across European entities, and participate in cross-functional finance projects. /ppbr / /ppstrongRequired Qualifications /strong /ppbr / /pulliBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Management, Finance, or equivalent /liliem(alternatively: Chartered Accountant qualification or completed apprenticeship with relevant accounting experience) /em /liliMinimum of 3 years’ experience in a corporate or mid-sized international organization /liliSolid experience working with ERP systems and the ability to quickly adapt to new systems /liliExperience with Oracle ERP is preferred /liliStrong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills /liliAdvanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel /liliExperience implementing and using Power BI for data analysis and reporting /liliStrong ability to read, interpret, and analyze PL statements, balance sheets, and management reports /liliGood understanding of Italian labor law and HR administration processes /liliAbility to work independently and take responsibility with a careful and systematic approach /liliExcellent written and spoken Italian and English /liliComfortable working in an international environment with diverse cultures and mentalities /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongWhat do we offer: /strong /ppbr / /pp• Be part of the next step in a growing subsidiary for an already well-established successful Japanese company (JTSE listed) /pp• Work in a dynamic working environment within a growing potential /pp• Competitive fixed salary, bonus plan, meal vouchers, pension scheme /pp• A laptop /a mobile phone for remote working arrangement /p