Accounting & Consolidation Specialist, Italy at ION Group

Italy

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Technology, Trading, AnalyticsIndustries

Requirements

Master’s degree in Management, Engineering or in a quantitative field (with honors)
At least three to five years of experience in Accounting & Finance
Relevant Big 4 experience
Excellent knowledge of the Italian and English language
Excellent knowledge of Ms Excel and PowerPoint
Financial modeling and reporting, Performance measurement and big data analysis
SAP module knowledge would be considered a plus
“Get things done” attitude to prioritize, support, and track multiple tasks successfully while meeting deadlines in a constantly changing environment
Availability to travel to the company location in Emilia Romagna on a weekly basis

Responsibilities

Contribute to manage the financial consolidation process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of consolidated financial statements
Support the general ledger, including recording, classifying, and reconciling financial transactions
Help prepare and present periodic financial reports, ensuring they accurately reflect the company's financial position and operational results
Analyze financial data to identify trends, and opportunities for improving business performance
Ensure compliance with international accounting standards (IFRS or GAAP) and local regulations
Support the implementation and improvement of ERP systems and accounting processes
Collaborate with other departments in the budgeting and forecasting process
Perform other tasks and duties as the role expands

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Financial ConsolidationGeneral LedgerFinancial ReportingFinancial AnalysisIFRSGAAPERP SystemsBudgetingForecasting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education and experience are required for this role?

A Master’s degree in Management, Engineering or a quantitative field (with honors) is required, along with at least three to five years of experience in Accounting & Finance and relevant Big 4 experience.

What is the location and travel requirement for this position?

The position is located in Milan, with availability to travel to the company location in Emilia Romagna on a weekly basis required.

What technical skills are needed for this job?

Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and PowerPoint is required, along with financial modeling and reporting, performance measurement, big data analysis, and SAP module knowledge as a plus.

What type of employment contract is offered?

A permanent employment contract is offered.

What personal qualities make a strong candidate for this role?

A 'get things done' attitude with the ability to prioritize, support, and track multiple tasks successfully while meeting deadlines in a constantly changing environment is essential.

ION Group

Automation technology for financial sector clients

About ION Group

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through automation and innovative technology.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

1998Year Founded

$426.5MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

AD&D and disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Mental health care

401K plan

Performance bonus

Supplemental workers' compensation

Family medical leave & parental leave

PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off

Commuter checks

Company social events

Employee assistance program

Free lunch

mobile phone discount

Risks

Complexity in consolidating trading platforms may lead to operational inefficiencies.

US Treasury market's clearing mandate could impose significant compliance costs.

Potential global tariffs by Trump administration may disrupt ION's global operations.

Differentiation

ION Group specializes in automation technology for the financial sector.

The company offers sophisticated software platforms and APIs for seamless trading.

ION Group constantly innovates to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks.

Upsides

Increased demand for automation drives innovation in AI-driven trading platforms.

The rise of DeFi creates opportunities for blockchain integration in financial services.

Growing importance of ESG criteria pushes adoption of efficient reporting tools.

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