Accountant
As an accountant you will be part of the South Europe Finance Department based in Milan and you will report into the Accounting Manager and dotted line into the CFO South Europe. You will responsible for Finance and Accounting activities of an Italian Legal entity of the Group with the following responsibilities and duties:
What's In It For You:
Autonomy to innovate and deliver new approaches that impact the bottom and the top line
Grow and collaborate across an extensive network outside of the Group in a fast-pace environment
Being surrounded by inspiring and diverse talent across many different sectors
Learn from people and cooperate with a wide variety of professional backgrounds
Ability to develop new skills and opportunities through lateral, geographical or functional moves
Full time and permanent employment
What Will You Be Doing:
Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company
Overview of the automated processes for sales, purchases, AR, AP
Non Trade Accounts payables, prime entries
Support the preparation of financial reports, the month‑end closing process, and monthly reconciliations
Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities following local and US GAAP
Ensure the integrity of accounting information by verifying and recording transaction
Cash management and reporting, support payment preparation
Contact with Tax authorities for audit and special requests
Maintain and reviewing financial records, including Fixed Assets Ledger
Compliance with local accounting legislation, tax laws, standards and reporting timeliness
Intercompany and bank reconciliation
Provide support in general accounting activities and in the preparation of VAT returns, working in liaison with local tax and legal consultants to ensure the correct calculation of monthly VAT and taxable income; support the preparation of VAT reports, the Journal Book, F24 forms, and other government‑related filings
Interact directly with auditors to discuss and resolve accounting issues in a timely manner
Maintain strong knowledge of accounting and finance practices
Analyzing new transactions and documenting appropriate accounting treatment under Local and Us Gaap and ensuring that it is applied
Continuous improvement of processes and controls.
Support on ad hoc projects
Enhancing the tools and processes.
The Ideal Person:
The ideal candidate has a degree in Economics or in Accounting and has gained extensive experience in a similar role within Italian and international entities. Excellent overview of the administrative / accounting as well as the immediate operational autonomy are considered key elements for a positive evaluation of the recruiting.
Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Minimum of 5 years of experience in general or tax accounting
Familiar with US Gaap
Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations
High attention to detail and accuracy, reliability and curiosity
Strong communication and problem solving skills
Advanced knowledge of excel and SAP
Fluent in English
Background or strong motivation in digitalization initiatives.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – [email protected], Asia applicants - [email protected], EMEA applicants - [email protected].
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