Financial Controller
Pubblicato il 17-09-2026 - Lloyd Morgan China in Narni
About the Company
Our client is a global industrial manufacturer in the chemical sector, part of a publicly listed group. The company operates a production site in Italy and is currently restarting operations with a new management team.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Controller to join the plant management team. The Controller will be responsible for coordinating and supervising the administrative and accounting activities of the production site, overseeing management control processes, and ensuring compliance with Italian accounting standards and Group policies.
Reporting Lines
Direct report to: Plant Director
Functional report to: CFO
Responsibilities
- Financial Management & Accounting
- Manage daily accounting operations: general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, fixed assets, inventory accounting.
- Ensure financial data is accurate and compliant with Italian local accounting standards and Group unified accounting policiesLead monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing; prepare financial statements and management reports for Group consolidation.
- Drive annual budget preparation, rolling forecasts, and variance analysis.Manage invoice processing, tax filing data, bank reconciliations, and basic cash flow records.
- Coordinate with Group and external auditors for annual and interim audits.
- Tax Management & Audit SupportEnsure timely and accurate Italian tax filings (VAT, corporate income tax, IRAP, payroll taxes).
- Support transfer pricing documentation for cross-border transactions (China, Hong Kong, related parties).
- Act as key point of contact for Group audits at the Italy factory, including inventory counts, fixed asset inspections, and revenue/cost substantiation testing.
- Manage local Italian tax audits and inspections.
- Review local contracts and transactions for tax implications and flag potential risks.Internal Control & Compliance
- Assist in establishing and enforcing internal control procedures in line with HK listing rules.
- Cooperate with the Group’s internal audit team on internal audit and compliance reviews.
- Team Collaboration & Support
- Support the Plant Manager in preparing reports and analyses for Group and factory management.
- Collaborate with production, procurement, sales, and other departments.
- Promote the implementation of Group finance and audit policies at the Italy factory.
Qualification
- Degree in Economics or Management Engineering.
- At least 5–8 years of experience in Management Control, Administration, or related sectors.
- Strong knowledge of accounting, tax, and fiscal regulations.
- Knowledge of financial statement preparation principles.
- Proficiency with function-specific application software.
- Knowledge and correct application of administrative procedures.
Soft skills
- attention to order and quality, autonomy, analytical ability, organizational awareness, relationship building, flexibility, commitment to management, group leadership, customer orientation, result orientation, confidentiality, respect for company mission and timelines, spirit of initiative.