Accountant - French speaking

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 be responsible for Finance and Accounting activities of our French Legal entities of the Group.

This is a full-time, onsite position requiring attendance five days per week.

What you will 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.
• Complete financial reports, lead month-end closing process and conduct monthly reconciliation.
• Support the accounting manager in the monthly, quarterly, and annual closings 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.
• General accounting, VAT return, in liaison with local tax and legal consultants ensuring correct calculation of monthly VAT and correct calculation of the taxable income; VAT reports, Journal Book, F24 and other government-related returns.
• 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.

What we are looking for:

• Degree in Finance, Economics or in Accounting and/or 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.
• 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 French, English and Italian.

What is 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-paced environment.
• Being surrounded by inspiring and diverse talent across many different sectors.
• Meal vouchers.
• Full LinkedIn Learning license.
• Work equipment
• And more….  

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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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