Finance Manager, Southern Europe H/F

To strengthen our regional finance organization, we are looking for a Finance Manager Southern Europe to support business performance and ensure financial excellence.

Reporting into Finance, you will lead and coordinate all accounting, reporting and financial activities for France, Italy and Spain, acting as a trusted finance partner to the business and managing local teams.

Month‑end close & Group reporting

• Oversee general ledger, AR, AP and revenue recognition activities
• Prepare complex monthly journal entries and ensure accurate financial statements
• Manage month‑end close and Group reporting (IFRS, headcount, orders, product mix)
• Reconcile margins between SAP financials and COPA reports
• Prepare IFRS adjustments and reporting packages for Group Finance

Regulatory reporting & compliance

• Manage statutory accounts and local reporting requirements
• Act as the key contact for external auditors
• Oversee tax filings and VAT returns
• Continuously improve financial processes and internal controls

Budgeting, forecasting & analysis

• Contribute to budget and forecast preparation
• Analyze variances and provide actionable financial insights
• Partner closely with Sales and Operations teams

Leadership & projects

• Lead and develop local finance teams across Southern Europe
• Oversee outsourced finance activities where applicable
• Support the rollout of new finance tools and applications
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or equivalent, with at least 3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Background in an industrial and/or international environment
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems; SAP experience is a plus
• Hands‑on, structured and results‑driven mindset
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency
• Collaborative leader with excellent communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, demanding environment
• Fluent in English and French; Spanish or Italian is an advantage
• High ethical standards, adaptability and a strong desire to grow within an international group
• A high‑impact regional role with international exposure
• A stable industrial environment undergoing transformation
• A position combining financial expertise, leadership and business partnership
• Career development opportunities within the Xylem Group