Finance Manager, Shared Service Accounting
Pubblicato il 02-09-2026 - Leica Microsystems in Buccinasco
Finance Manager, Shared Service Accounting (d/f/m)
Location: On-site, Buccinasco, Milan, Italy
This role supports Leica Microsystems' accounting and reporting framework for its European entities in Italy, Spain, and Portugal, overseeing all financial activities and leading a local accounting team.
In This Role
- Ensure compliance of ledgers in Italy, Spain, and Portugal with DHR, Leica finance policies, and local regulations, and complete required filings on time.
- Manage and coordinate operational accounting processes, including posting transactions, releasing payments, VAT, and leading the local accounting team.
- Lead the close process for the Italian ledger: review trial balances, cost‑center expenses, approve journal entries, reconcile accounts, and prepare quarterly disclosure questionnaires.
- Ensure adherence to SOX and other finance controls and prepare local GAAP financial statements while reconciling to US‑GAAP reporting.
- Act as a business partner to local business leaders,
providing meaningful reports and analysis across business areas.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum 8 years of finance experience with a strong focus on tax/finance, including Italian GAAP and compulsory Italian tax knowledge; US GAAP preferred.
- Progressive accounting/controllership experience in a multinational environment.
- Proven ability to develop, implement, and improve processes with strong analytical skills.
- Team player, process oriented, hands‑on.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required; German speaking a plus.
Travel Requirements
- Up to 10% travel for onsite work.
Salary & Benefits
- Gross annual salary €56 000–€65 000, per CCNL Commercio Quadro classification.
- Target premio of 10% of base salary, subject to eligibility and performance.
- Comprehensive benefits package (healthcare, paid time off, etc.) as per Danaher Benefits Info.