Staff Accountant - Audit
Pubblicato il 11-08-2026 - Leonardo Worldwide in Roma
Accountant – Accounting & Reporting- GCAPApplylocations: IT - Roma - Via Montellotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0028067:Leonardo is a global industrial group, among the main global players in Aerospace, Defence and Security that realises multi-domain technological capabilities in Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cyber Security and Space. With over 60,000 employees worldwide, the company has a solid industrial presence in Italy, the UK, Poland and the US. It also operates in 150 countries through subsidiaries, joint ventures and investments.
A key player in major international strategic programmes, it is a technological and industrial partner of governments, defence administrations, institutions and companies.Within the GCAP Joint Venture, in the GCAP Finance UO, we are looking for a Accountant – Accounting & Reporting for GCAP HQ in Reading (UK).Accountant will join the team at a critical time in the GCAP programme, the standing up of the Joint Venture. This is a rare opportunity to have a long-term impact on the success of the JV, by playing a crucial role in the initial stages of the life of the new organisation and laying the foundations for its success.This position is critical for the company, and this position is primarily responsible for accounting operations and financial reporting with accuracy and timeliness following the accounting standards and the JV’s financial accounting policies and practices.Accountant will contribute to accounting and financial operations through daily bookkeeping, standalone and consolidated financial closing work,
and other various procedures to maintain the sound financial positions and to meet the requirements of IFRS and the applicable accounting standards.This role will report into Senior Finance Manager – Financial Operations.Be responsible for the assigned tasks for the preparation and the reporting of standalone financials with accuracy and timeliness. Tasks includes, but not limited to, accounts close with ERP, preparation of financialdata by business segments and various analysis to confirm the accuracy of financial data.
Various Financial Reporting: prepare various data and report and perform the analytical procedures for the management decision-making.
Other accounting tasks: Carry out day-to-day accounting operations including AP/AR reconsolidation, bank reconciliation, expense processing and VAT filings with AP/AR team, Treasury team and Tax team.
Financial audit: Gather and provide supporting evidence and liaise with external and internal auditors Act as day-to-day point of contact for the rest of the Finance function and for statutory auditors as technical accounting subject matter expert.Essential Qualifications: Possesses strong curiosity about figures Responsible with accuracy, attention to small details, and meeting deadlines* Communicative,
capable of smooth coordination with internal and external stakeholders* Flexible to changes and proactive in pursuing business process improvements* Professional qualification in a relevant field (desirable)Skills and ExperienceEssential:
Previous experience and knowledge of operational financial reporting processes; Technical knowledge ofIFRS, FRC guidance, as well as statutory requirements applicable to the companies in UK, Italy and Japan.Desiderabile* Experience using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.); Ability to collaboratewith stakeholders and colleagues of various backgrounds, relaying financial concepts in a simple and understandable mannerEngagement, recognition of talent, and care for people’s well-being and safety are the cornerstones of our corporate culture. Every day, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and stimulating workplace, actively promoting the principles of inclusion, equity, and diversity.The applicable collective labor agreement is CCNL per Industria Metalmeccanica Privata e della Installazione di Impianti; Hybrid working model; Permanent contract; 34K – €50K RAL; Performance premio linked to business results; Annual welfare benefits worth €250; Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, including both technical and soft skills; Well-being initiatives: we place great importance on the economic, physical, social, and psychological well-being of our people, offering solutions tailored to their needs.Selected candidates will first attend an introductory interview with the Human Resources team, aimed at assessing motivation and soft skills, followed by a technical interview with the hiring team.Seniority:ExpertPrimary Location:IT - Roma - Via MontelloContract Type:Permanent Total Base Pay Range:35K- 50KHybrid Working:**Hybrid