Job Description
Working at Watlow
Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for over 100 years! Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.
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We are hiring an: Interim Senior General Finance Specialist
Location: Guanzate (Hybrid)
About the Role
This is a 12-month interim position supporting Watlow's Italian finance operations.
This is not a maintenance role. We are looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and bringing structure in a dynamic environment.
You will work hands-on across a broad range of finance activities, helping to stabilize and improve finance operations while supporting local compliance requirements and Oracle ERP processes. Working closely with our Shared Service Center (SSC), you will act as a key link between local teams, SSC, and corporate functions, ensuring issues are resolved, processes are improved, and responsibilities are clearly defined.
What You'll Do
• Support and stabilize day-to-day finance operations across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and local compliance activities
• Act as the key local finance contact for topics requiring coordination between the business, Shared Service Center (SSC), and corporate functions
• Investigate and resolve operational issues related to Oracle ERP, e-invoicing, VAT processing, finance master data, and transactional processes
• Review finance processes, identify root causes of recurring issues, and drive practical solutions across functions
• Support Italian compliance requirements including VAT, F24, ENASARCO, Declarations of Intent, statutory reporting, and audit activities
• Assist with month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and finance process controls
• Provide hands-on support where required while helping establish sustainable processes and clear ownership
What You'll Need to Succeed
• Solid experience in operational Finance or Accounting in Italy
• Good understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, VAT, and statutory reporting processes
• Experience with Oracle or a comparable ERP system
• Familiarity with Italian compliance requirements, including F24, ENASARCO, VAT, and statutory obligations
• Experience working with Shared Service Centers and cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving mindset — you fix issues, not just report them
• Fluent in English and Italian
• Comfortable working autonomously in a hands-on, fast-paced, and evolving environment
Why Join Watlow's Team
Our Guanzate site is part of a global network, giving you the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across Europe and beyond.
This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact from day one. You will work on real operational challenges, help improve processes, and play a key role in stabilizing and strengthening our finance operations during an important phase of our business.
The minimum gross annual salary for this position is €52,000. The final compensation package will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills and qualifications. Eurotherm by Watlow applies the CCNL Metalmeccanici Industria. Additional benefits and variable compensation may apply depending on the position.
Diversity & Inclusion
We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
