European Pizza Group (E.P.G.) is a Joint Venture between the biggest Food company worldwide, Nestlé, and Equity Fund PAI partners. The JV was created in September 2023 with the objective to provide the best environment to develop the frozen Pizza business, creating a fully focused, stand-alone, agile and resource backed player to succeed in this competitive arena. EPG is present in Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, France, Benelux and Austria with two leading brands:  Wagner and Buitoni.

Position Snapshot

• EPG Italy, Benevento Factory
• Temporary Contract (12 months)
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent experience
• Relevant professional-level experience in a similar role, Accounts Payable or related finance/accounting positions; preferably in international multinational companies
• Proficient knowledge of Italian and English language is a must

Position Summary

This role is to support the accounts payable components for Italian companies. The resource is in charge of the accounts payable process, operational and process improvement initiatives for accounting and payment, financial management and participation in projects under implementation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assure the correct accounting of both Italian and foreign invoices payable with reference to both the financial/economic and tax aspects, identifying and verifying the VAT treatment in force in Italy
• Develop and analyze the trade debts to manage and split the debts into:
  • Italian, intra UE and extra UE;
  • Intercompany and not intercompany;
  • Trade and not trade debts.
• Develop and execute data analysis solutions to improve Nestlé's financial position and ensure payments are made in accordance with internal procedure.
• Analyze escalations related to invoicing and payment issues, identify actions for resolution, and implement solutions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist the Accounts Payable Supervisor in day-to-day operations for internal and external payables teams and accounting terms.
• Serve as an escalation point for operational issues, working with outsourcing and service partners to analyze transactional data.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities, including design, impact assessment, testing, training, and operational execution within the Payables function.
• Adhere to risk and control processes to ensure effective execution and address internal and external risks, including fraud.

What will make you successful

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel (lookups, pivot tables, macros) and/or Access.
• Experience with PowerBI, BusinessObjects, or other reporting/data analytics/automation tools.
• Experience working in SAP or Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task.