Senior Consolidation & Foreign Subsidiaries Controlling Manager

For a market-leading Italian Group in the intermodal logistics and container terminal management sector, part of an international network, we are hiring a Senior Consolidation & Foreign Subsidiaries Controlling Manager.

The successful candidate, who will join the Finance & Control (AFC) Directorate and report directly to the CFO, will hold a strategic and operational role, providing a transversal view across all Group companies. They will be responsible for managing subsidiaries, overseeing group consolidation, and defining accounting policies. This role will serve as the technical-accounting reference point for the Board and investors.

Key Responsibilities

The position is structured around four main areas of competence:

1. Consolidation and Reporting

• Full coordination of periodic closings (monthly, quarterly, annual) and preparation of the consolidated financial statements (statutory and management) in compliance with Italian GAAP (OIC) and IFRS.
• Oversight of intercompany eliminations, reconciliations, and consolidated management reporting.

2. Foreign Subsidiaries and Equity Investments Control

• Coordination of administrative and reporting processes for foreign subsidiaries (mainly in North Africa).
• Monitoring the profitability and financial health of foreign entities.
• Providing support to local finance teams for monthly closings, forecasts, and tax matters.

3. Accounting Policies and Governance

• Definition and monitoring of the Group's accounting and reporting guidelines and ensuring their accurate implementation (OIC/IFRS) by local entities.
• Providing oversight of financial governance, proposing structural improvements.

4. Corporate Business Partnering & Strategic Projects

• Collaboration with Corporate functions (Legal, IT, HR, Operations) on projects with financial and compliance impact.
• Support for the CFO for extraordinary transactions (M&A, financing) and coordination of strategic projects (e.g., ERP implementation).

The ideal candidate possesses the following skills and experiences:

• Experience of at least 7-10 years in consolidation and management control roles, preferably in international or listed groups.
• Degree in Economics (or related fields); a Master's degree or international certifications (CPA, ACCA, CIMA) are a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of OIC and IFRS accounting principles, consolidation logic, and company control.
• Proven experience in coordinating foreign entities, with expertise in international tax and regulatory compliance.
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken).
• Excellent proficiency with ERP tools and consolidation software (SAP, Tagetik, Oracle, HFM, Board).
• Natural leadership, decision-making autonomy, strategic thinking, and a strong results orientation.

Work Location: eastern hinterland of Milan.