Luxe Talent, International Recruitment and Training Consultancy specialised in Fashion, Luxury, Retail and FMCG is looking for a talented Financecial Controller with Italian to join a Retail company based in Madrid.

In our recruitment and training consultancy we work with different firms in the Luxury, Premium and High Premium sectors around Europe and have offices in London, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Madrid, Lisbon, Paris, Milan and Berlin.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive support across various accounting functions (billing, tax forms, reporting, etc.).


• Contribute to the development of internal controls and policies to ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.


• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, adhering to official guidelines and requirements.


• Oversee journal entries, invoices, and account reconciliations for monthly or annual closings.


• Aid in the creation of budgets and forecasts.


• Participate in preparations for the annual audit process.


• Assist in generating reports for management and regulatory purposes.


• Conduct reviews of the company's accounting data to detect and resolve inaccuracies or discrepancies.


• Utilize accounting IT systems to streamline processes and maintain accurate records.


• Monitor and reconcile bank statements.


• Process tax payments and manage accounts payable.


• Handle invoice processing and communication with suppliers and partners as necessary.


• Supervise a team of local controllers for other South European countries.

• 3-5 years of relevant experience.


• BSc/BA in accounting, finance or relevant field is preferred


• Proven experience as assistant controller or other similar position


• Solid knowledge of GAAP and regulations


• Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting etc.)


• Proficiency in written and verbal Italian, english and Spanish; additional languages like French, or Portuguese are beneficial.


• Experience with Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint.


• Knowledge of ERP systems is advantageous.


• Ability to multitask and work with a sense of urgency.


• Strong desire to contribute to a dynamic Finance organization.


• Positive attitude, self-motivation, and teamwork skills are essential for achieving goals while maintaining a fun work environment.

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