Chief Financial Officer

Position: Chief Financial Officer (Contract)
Location: Sant'Ambrogio di Torino

CFO (Chinese / Mandarin speaking essential) – Milan, Italy
Extremely competitive financial package, with fantastic benefits
Strong knowledge of both Italian and Chinese accounting standards essential

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially driven Finance Director to join a globally recognised industrial manufacturing group with a rapidly expanding international footprint.

This is a high-impact leadership role based in Italy, offering the chance to play a key part in shaping the financial strategy and operational performance of a major European business within the construction and heavy equipment sector.
The successful candidate will work closely with international headquarters and senior leadership teams, driving financial excellence, strengthening compliance frameworks, and supporting continued growth across the European market.

The Opportunity
As Finance Director, you will take full responsibility for the financial management of the Italian operation, ensuring robust financial planning, reporting accuracy, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. You will lead and develop the finance function while acting as a strategic business partner to local and global stakeholders.
This role is ideal for a hands-on finance leader with strong international experience, a background in manufacturing or industrial environments, and the ability to operate confidently across both Italian and Chinese business cultures.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic financial plans aligned with the Group’s global objectives
Lead all aspects of financial management including:
Budgeting and forecasting
Financial reporting
Cost control and optimisation
Cash flow management
Foreign exchange and treasury matters
Tax planning and compliance
Establish and strengthen internal controls, governance, and risk management processes
Ensure full compliance with local regulations and international financial standards
Coordinate closely with Group Headquarters on cross-border finance activities and reporting requirements
Provide financial insight and strategic recommendations to support business growth and operational performance
Lead, mentor, and develop the local finance team

Candidate Profile
We are seeking a highly capable finance professional who combines technical expertise with strong leadership and international business exposure.

Essential Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, or a related discipline
Minimum 8 years’ international finance experience
At least 3 years of living or working experience in Italy
Strong knowledge of both Italian and Chinese accounting standards
Fluent Italian language skills with the ability to use Italian as a working language
Chinese national currently based in Europe or holding an Italian work permit/permanent residency
Proven experience in financial leadership within manufacturing, industrial, construction equipment, machinery, or heavy engineering sectors
Strong understanding of compliance, internal controls, and corporate governance

Preferred Qualifications
Professional certifications such as:
CPA
ACCA
CMA
CIA
AIA
FRM

Experience with in globally recognised industrial or construction equipment businesses will be highly advantageous.

Why Apply?
Join a fast-growing global industrial leader with significant international investment
Play a strategic role in the continued expansion of the European business
Work within a dynamic international environment with strong career development potential
Senior leadership exposure with direct interaction across global operations
Opportunity to influence business performance and long-term growth strategy

This is an on-site position based in Italy, with an immediate start preferred. Video interviews can be arranged for suitable international candidates.