Branch Finance & Tax Specialist
Role description
From the employerYour contribution to Prysmian's Success
The Branch Finance & Tax Specialist plays a key role in the financial governance
of the Branch, with full responsibility for accounting processes, tax
compliance, and statutory obligations.
The role combines hands-on technical expertise with end-to-end ownership, acting
as the main financial counterpart for Finance HQ, the Group Tax Department, and
local operational teams.
This position offers strong exposure to international accounting and VAT matters
within a truly multinational environment, with regular interaction with
colleagues and external advisors across different jurisdictions.
In addition, the role provides direct visibility and interaction with the Tax &
Accounting Director, with the opportunity to be involved in strategic and
cross-border projects, contributing to the evolution of the Group’s finance and
tax framework.
Job responsibilities
Accounting Management
- Ensure end-to-end supervision of general and analytical accounting activities
for the Branch.
- Control and record incoming and outgoing invoices, ensuring correct VAT setup
and compliance with multi-branch/multi-VAT structures.
- Perform bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, and balance sheet
controls.
- Support and coordinate closing activities (monthly, quarterly, yearly) in
collaboration with HQ Administration.
- Oversee documentation related to intra-branch and intra-EU flows (e.g.,
shipping documents, CMR, proof of transport).
Tax Compliance
- Act as first-line owner of tax compliance, ensuring full accuracy,
timeliness, and audit readiness.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns and Intrastat declarations in line with local
requirements.
- Monitor deadlines and ensure effective internal controls.
- Support internal/external audits and interact with tax authorities where
needed.
- Coordinate with external tax advisors across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring
alignment on local compliance topics.
International Coordination & Projects
- Maintain ongoing interaction with international colleagues and HQ functions,
ensuring alignment on accounting and tax matters.
- Liaise with external consultants and advisors abroad on country-specific
requirements.
- Support and contribute to cross-border and strategic finance/tax projects,
with exposure to senior leadership.
Operational Coordination
- Act as a key interface with IT and shared services (SAP environment).
- Ensure effective communication between operational teams and finance
functions.
- Oversee payment processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal
rules.
Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare periodic financial and tax reporting for HQ stakeholders.
- Perform variance analysis and monitor KPIs.
- Identify and drive process improvements and internal control enhancements.
You are the right fit if you have/are
- Degree in Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent.
- 2–4 years of experience in accounting or tax roles, ideally within
multinational environments or Big Four firms.
- Solid knowledge of SAP.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Good command of written and spoken English.
What we offer you
- Type of contract: Permanent full time
- Location: Milano
- Applicable Collective Agreement: CCNL Gomma, Plastica, Cavi elettrici e
affini.
- Job Level/Category: in line with the applicable collective agreement
- Gross annual salary no less than: 37.000
- The position is eligible for an individual or collective variable incentive
based on the achievement of predetermined performance objectives.
- Benefit:
- Health insurance
- Meal vouchers
- Transport or parking facilitation
- Remote work flexibility
Our selection process
Application, 2) HR interview, 3) Hiring Manager interviews and 4) Online
assessment (30min) if applicable.
Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit
individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe
that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization,
increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing
value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
(DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company
culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that
prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully
express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are
respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating
unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons
will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity,
religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age,
sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status,
disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave,
medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal,
state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation
for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a
qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on
the operation of our business.
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