Prada Group Consolidated Financial Reporting Specialist
Prada Group — Milan: Consolidated Financial Reporting Specialist (maternity cover). Temporary role reporting to the Group Consolidation Director.
Overview
Prada Group is a global leader in the luxury sector, operating internationally with maisons such as PRADA, Miu Miu, Versace, Church’s, Car Shoe and Luna Rossa. The Group is recognised for combining craftsmanship with innovation and offers a multinational working environment where finance functions support complex, multi-brand reporting and corporate transactions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare and monitor monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements in compliance with IFRS, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Independently manage assigned consolidation areas and prepare sections of the notes to the consolidated financial statements.
- Analyse accounting impacts of extraordinary transactions including acquisitions, disposals, mergers and reorganisations.
- Prepare the consolidated cash flow statement, reconcile Group equity and compile documentation for impairment testing.
- Support subsidiaries on accounting for lease contracts in accordance with IFRS 16.
- Liaise with Group administrative departments and other AFC functions to secure high-quality data inputs and optimise closing processes.
- Interact with external auditors on relevant consolidation areas and contribute to strengthening internal controls.
- Support digitalisation, automation and standardisation projects for reporting processes.
Qualifications
- Degree in Economics, Finance or a related field.
- 2–4 years' experience in an audit firm or within a consolidated financial reporting function.
- Strong knowledge and practical application of IFRS, with specific familiarity with IFRS 16.
- Proven ability to prepare consolidated financial statements and notes, including cash flow statements and impairment testing documentation.
- Good command of English.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines, demonstrating autonomy, reliability and leadership.
Skills
Experience
2–4 years of professional experience in an audit firm or in a consolidated financial reporting department, with practical exposure to IFRS application and group consolidation processes.
Education
Degree in Economics, Finance or a related discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy. Cerulean lists 573 open roles in Milan, including 12 posted recently. The broader Lombardy area accounts for 598 active listings on Cerulean, 13 of which are new. In Italy as a whole, Cerulean currently features 1.395 open positions, with 41 posted this week.
Culture
The Prada Group fosters a creative, international workplace where curiosity and pursuit of excellence are valued. Teams are diverse and encouraged to develop professionally through exposure to complex, cross-border finance activities and digital transformation initiatives.
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