Accountant

The Accountant ensures accurate and timely management of the company’s financial transactions, supporting both the general ledger and the accounts payable/receivable processes. The role contributes to monthly closing, compliance with local regulations, and provides financial data to internal stakeholders.

Typical Accountabilities:

Accounts Payable -Process supplier invoices, verify documentation, manage payment schedules, reconcile statements, and ensure compliance with internal policies

Accounts Receivable -Issue customer invoices, monitor outstanding payments, manage credit notes, and support collection activities

General Accounting -Maintain accurate accounting records, support journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations

Month-End Closing -Assist with closing activities, prepare reports, and ensure deadlines are met

VAT & Tax Compliance -Support VAT calculations, Intrastat, and other statutory requirements in line with local regulations

Expense Management -Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring policy compliance

Fixed Assets -Maintain asset register, track depreciation, and support audits

Audit Support -Provide documentation and explanations during internal and external audits

Cross-Functional Collaboration -Work closely with Finance, Procurement, HR, and Operations to ensure data accuracy and process alignment

Required Skills & Experience:

Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Knowledge of Italian VAT and basic tax principles

Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Excel

Good command of English, written and spoken

Accuracy and confidentiality

Financial Accounting

Accounts Payable & Receivable

VAT & Tax Compliance

ERP & Excel Proficiency

Month-End Closing

Fluent Italian and English language skills - written and verbal

Desired Skills & Experience:

Fixed Assets Accounting

Intrastat & Cross-Border Compliance

Audit Support

Experience in multinational environments or structured companies

Knowledge of Intrastat, electronic invoicing, and RIBA procedures

Familiarity with cost control or management accounting principles

What we offer:

Attractive salary

Discretionary annual bonus

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional day of annual leave for birthday

Paid day off for volunteering

Employee assistance program

This is a hybrid role, with 3 days per week based in our Bologna office.

Essentra plc is a leading global provider of essential components and solutions, focusing on the manufacture and distribution of plastic injection moulded, vinyl dip moulded and metal items.

Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Essentra’s global network extends to 28 countries worldwide and includes c.3,000 employees, 14 manufacturing facilities, 26 distribution centres and 37 sales & service centres serving c.64,000 customers with a rapid supply of low cost but essential products for a variety of applications in industries such as equipment manufacturing, automotive, fabrication, electronics, medical and renewable energy.