Job Description & How to Apply Below
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 area 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&LsEnsure 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 OPEXLead 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 KPIsProvide 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 HR5. 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…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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