Accountant Italy

Avnet is one of the world's most successful distributors of semiconductor products and related services. Employees in 70 countries set new standards every day in terms of innovation and quality, for which Avnet has been known in the market for 100 years.

Job Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity for an Accountant to join our supportive and dynamic South Europe Finance team in Milan. In this role you will be able to work autonomously to develop your skills and make a real impact. You will be responsible for the finance and accounting activities of one of the Group’s Italian legal entities, working collaboratively within an international environment.

What's in it for you?

Along with offering a competitive salary package, we also offer:

• •A supportive team environment where everyone really is working toward the same goal.
• •An environment where you will be given the tools and opportunities to further your career
• •Medical cover
• •Meal vouchers
• •Holiday allowance plus public holidays
• •Reward schemes

What you will be doing:

• •Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company
• •Oversee the automated processes for sales, purchases, AR, AP
• •Non-Trade Accounts payables, journal entries
• •Prepare financial reports, manage the month-end closing process and perform monthly reconciliations
• •Manage monthly, quarterly and annual closing activities following Local and US GAAP
• •Ensure the integrity of accounting information by verifying and recording transactions
• •Manage cash activities and reporting, including payment preparation
• •Manage interactions with Tax Authorities for audit and special requests
• •Maintain and review financial records, including Fixed Assets Ledger
• •Ensure compliance with local accounting legislation, tax laws, standards and reporting timeliness
• •Manage intercompany and bank reconciliations
• •Manage the preparation of VAT returns, working in liaison with local tax and legal consultants to ensure the correct calculation of monthly VAT and taxable income; prepare VAT reports, the Journal Book, F24 forms and other government-related filings
• •Interact directly with auditors to discuss and resolve accounting issues in a timely manner
• •Maintain strong knowledge of accounting and finance practices
• •Analyse new transactions and documenting appropriate accounting treatment under Local GAAP and US GAAP and ensuring that it is applied

What we are looking for:

• •Extensive experience in a similar role within Italian and international entities
• •Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics
• •A strong understanding of administrative and accounting processes,
• •Extensive experience in general or tax accounting
• •Familiarity with US GAAP
• •Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations
• •Fluent in English
• •High attention to detail and accuracy
• •Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• •Advanced knowledge of Excel and SAP
• •Ability to work in cross collaboration with both internal and external teams

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – hrnow@avnet.com , Asia applicants - hrnow.asia@avnet.com , EMEA applicants - hrnow.EMEA@avnet.eu .

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