Accounting Specialist

About us:

Safilo is among the most important players in the eyewear market for design, production and distribution of sunglasses, prescription frames, sports glasses, helmets and goggles.

Among our brands we boast of some historical/timeless brands such as Polaroid and Carrera and other cutting-edge brands such as BOSS, Hugo, Carolina Herrera, Tommy Hilfiger, Fossil, Kate Spade, Marc Jacobs, Pierre Cardin, Moschino, Levi’s, Missoni.

We believe in the centrality of people, the importance of innovation and sustainability, which are not just nice words, but become an inclusive path where we are all involved. And the ability to create value through this is our goal.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join the Accounting team of our Italian Legal Entities at our Headquarters in Padova. In this role, you will work closely with the Finance department, supporting a wide range of accounting, financial, and administrative activities. Key responsibilities will include financial reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, and providing support during external audit processes. The position reports directly to the Accounting Manager for the Italian Legal Entities.

As Accountant Professional, you will be responsible for:

• Accounting management based on Group Guidelines;
• Supervision of Monthly/Quarterly/Year End Closing;
• Support for Budgeting/Forecasting activities;
• Prepare journal entries (JE) for posting into the general ledger, including payroll entries;
• Reconcile various balance sheet accounts, investigate and resolve variances;
• Support in preparing Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet analytical reports;
• Prepare monthly and annual accruals, providing assistance in the finalization of the annual financials and footnote disclosure;
• Prepare audit support for internal and external auditors.

You are the person we are looking for if:

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• You have at least two years of professional experience gained within audit firms, consulting companies, or multinational industrial organizations.
• You have a structured, analytical and results oriented approach.
• You are able to work in multinational and cross functional environments.
• You have excellent proficiency in Italian and English.
• You have a solid knowledge of Microsoft 365; knowledge of SAP is a plus.

What we offer:

• A working environment based on a solid corporate culture, where you can confront yourself with many professionals and enrich your skills;
• A Smart work mode that allows you to live your best work-life balance (3 days a week/free location);
• National Collective Labour Agreement and Job Classification: Occhialeria – Impiegati;
• Salary: starting from 28.916€. The salary and job classification level will be determined based on objective criteria, regardless of gender, such as experience, skills, and seniority;
• Variable compensation: not provided;
• Company canteen, smart working, performance bonus, health insurance as per collective agreement.