Senior Manager Finance Italy
Pubblicato il 04-08-2026 - Altro in Milano
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Senior Manager Finance Italy
BIC
Hybrid
Description:
JoinBIC World, a community of brands dedicated to creating ingeniously simple and joyful products that have been part of hearts and homes for over 75 years. We are committed to growing our iconic and innovative brands by reimagining everyday essentials in new, sustainable, and responsible ways.
Our culture encourages a "roll up your sleeves and get the job done" mindset, ensuring self-starters, problem solvers, and innovative thinkers can truly thrive. At BIC World, you are empowered to take ownership of your career and use your unique perspective to make a meaningful, global impact on our mission.
Position Overview
As
Senior Finance Manager for Italy region , you are a key leader responsible for the full finance scope, combining
financial controlling, statutory compliance, and advanced commercial finance partnering .
Reporting to the Finance Director Commercial Europe, you will act as a
strategic business partner to the Commercial organization and Leadership Team , driving profitable growth through robust financial planning, Gross-to-Net (GTN) management, and performance insight.
This role blends
strategic influence and hands-on execution , with ownership of financial performance, compliance, and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Finance Business Partnering
Act as a
core member of the Country Leadership Team , contributing to business strategy and decision-making
Partner closely with
Sales, Revenue Growth Management (RGM), Marketing, HR and Commercial Strategy
Provide
actionable financial insights
to drive revenue growth, margin expansion, and ROI optimization
Support and challenge commercial teams on
pricing, promotions, trade investment, and customer strategy
Lead financial input into
strategic and transformation projects
2. Commercial Finance & GTN Management
Own and oversee
Gross-to-Net (GTN) analysis , including trade spend, discounts, and promotional investments
Contribute to the development and review of
customer and channel P&Ls;
Ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance of GTN reporting
Deliver
post-event analysis
on commercial initiatives and promotions
3. Financial Planning, Forecasting & Controlling
Own the
full P&L; for the Italy entity , including Revenue, COGS, Brand support and OPEX
Lead
budget, rolling forecasts, and long-term planning processes
Deliver timely and accurate
monthly closing and management reporting
Analyze performance vs. plan/prior year and drive
corrective actions
Develop and maintain
financial models, dashboards, and KPIs
Provide
in-depth variance analysis and performance commentary
Drive continuous improvement in
forecast accuracy and reporting processes
4. Statutory, Accounting & Compliance
Ensure compliance with
accounting standards (GAAP) and Group IFRS .
Act as
primary contact for auditors
Ensure effective
internal control environment and risk management framework,
including credit limit risks (Coface insurance)
Monitor impacts on
P&L;, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow
Oversee
cash flow and working capital management,
including DSO optimization & inventory turn over
Supervise payroll-related financial aspects in coordination with HR
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with
FP&A;, GBS, Supply Chain, and Group Finance teams
Align financial plans with
operational and commercial strategies
Contribute to
regional and global finance initiatives
Support business case development for
investments and strategic initiatives
6. Team Leadership & Development
Lead and develop the Finance team
Foster a
performance-driven, collaborative culture
Coach team members and support
capability building
Drive
process standardization and efficiency improvements
7. Process Improvement & Data Governance
Improve
financial tools, reporting systems, and dashboards
Enhance
data quality, governance, and transparency
Support
system implementation or upgrades (ERP, planning tools)
Identify and implement
efficiency and automation opportunities
Qualifications & Experience
Education
Master’s degree in
Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
MBA or equivalent is a plus
Ideal Skills and competencies
Ability to translate financial data into strategic insights
Business partnering with senior stakeholders
Understanding of market trends and industry dynamics
Scenario planning and long-term financial strategy
Team leadership and coaching
Performance management and feedback
Building high-performing and engaged teams
Change management and driving transformation initiatives
Strong storytelling with financial data
Executive-level presentation skills
Ability to simplify complex financial information
Influencing decision-making without direct authority
Stakeholder management across departments
Analytical and critical thinking
Identifying risks and opportunities proactively
Ethical judgment and integrity
Resilience and ability to handle pressure
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
High attention to detail with big-picture thinking
Proactiveness and ownership
Availability to work on a hybrid model at our office in Milano (Italy)
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BIC World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly commit to hiring people with different backgrounds and experiences to help us build better products, make better decisions, and better serve our customers. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or similar characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
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