Finance Manager - Italy

About Our Client
Our Client is a well-established organisation operating within the international education sector, with a strong operational base in Malta and a broad international footprint. The Business is known for its structured governance, regulatory focus, and commitment to high-quality outcomes across a multi-entity environment.

Role Overview
Heroix is collaborating with a respected organisation in the education sector to appoint a Finance Manager- Italy who will play a key role in reinforcing financial governance and supporting strategic and operational decision-making. The individual will be responsible for the organisation's Italian market. Reporting to the Director of Finance Operations, this position is ideal for a technically accomplished finance professional ready to take ownership within a complex, international setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Governance & Compliance: Lead end-to-end monthly close activities, ensuring financial accuracy, robust controls, and full compliance across multiple legal entities.
• Statutory Reporting & Audit Management: Manage statutory accounts, regulatory submissions, and internal and external audits, acting as the principal contact for auditors, regulators, and external advisors.
• Legal Entity & Contract Oversight: Maintain oversight of legal entity compliance, including dividend assessments, equity and liquidity adequacy, approval frameworks, powers of attorney, and adherence to shareholder agreements and internal policies.
• Business Partnering & Commercial Support: Partner closely with FP&A, HR, Payroll, and operational teams to support budgeting, forecasting, procurement workflows, and employment-related financial matters, ensuring alignment with local and cross-border requirements.
• Transformation & Continuous Improvement: Track regulatory and legislative developments across relevant jurisdictions, support change initiatives, and utilise systems and technology to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and modernise finance processes.

Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes

• Education: Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Experience: A minimum of six years’ post-qualification experience, ideally gained within a Big 4 audit, assurance, or advisory environment, with exposure to multinational structures and complex regulatory frameworks. Demonstrated hands-on experience in VAT, tax, and compliance matters across multiple European jurisdictions is highly desirable.
• Italian Governance: Demonstrated hands-on experience in Italian VAT, tax, and compliance matters.
• Eligibility: Applicants must have a valid EU work permit at the time of application.
• Language Skills: Full professional fluency in English and Italian is essential.
• Communication Skills: Able to communicate complex financial and regulatory topics clearly and confidently to senior stakeholders and non-finance colleagues.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and cultures.
• Technical Skills: In-depth knowledge of IFRS or equivalent standards, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting, with strong ERP system exposure considered an advantage.
• Organisation: Highly organised and detail-focused, capable of balancing competing priorities and meeting strict deadlines.
• Self-Motivated: Proactive, accountable, and driven to take ownership while continuously improving processes and controls.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical and pragmatic, with the ability to identify risks early and implement sound, compliant solutions.

What's on Offer

• Compensation: A competitive base salary aligned with experience and responsibility.
• Working Hours: Full-time, office-based role in Malta, with flexibility considered when required.
• Other Benefits: For candidates relocating from outside Malta, a relocation support package is available.
• Career Development: A high-impact, visible role offering the opportunity to shape and strengthen the finance function within a growing international organisation, with a clear preference for candidates seeking long-term stability in Malta. ​​​​​

What Heroix Offers

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• Interview Planning: Personalised interview preparation to help you present with confidence.
• Cultural Fit Assessment: Insight into the organisation’s values and working style to ensure alignment.
• Long Term: Clear visibility on the role and business to support a stable, long-term career move.
• Exclusive Opportunities: Access to roles not always advertised publicly.
• Personalised Candidate Profile: A tailored profile highlighting your experience, strengths, and potential.
• Ongoing Support and Guidance: Continuous support throughout every stage of the recruitment journey.
• Networking Opportunities: Leverage Heroix’s extensive network across multiple sectors.
• Time Efficiency: A streamlined recruitment process designed to respect your time.
• Tailored Job Matching: Opportunities aligned to your skills, experience, and career objectives.
• Feedback Loop: Transparent communication and regular feedback on your application progress.

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