Finance Business Partner

Location:

Monselice, Padova, Italy

Job ID:

R0149974

Date Posted:

2026-10-28

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY ITALY S.P.A.

Profession (Job Category):

Finance

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Responsible for supporting the analysis of business performance, preparing reports, and helping with financial planning and forecasting activities. Contribute to data reconciliation, process compliance, and communication of insights to support overall financial and operational improvement.

How you’ll make an impact

• Analyze business performance against budget and forecast, identifying variances and proposing targeted improvement actions.
• Collaborate with factory controller to understand and analyze financial drivers, trends, and overall performance dynamics.
• Reconcile financial data and review exceptions to validate the accuracy and reliability of reports and business information.
• Maintain comprehensive audit trails and documentation to facilitate internal, external, and tax audits.
• Ensure the accuracy of project balance sheets, income statements, cash flow forecasts, and monthly/quarterly financial reports.
• Support the project controller by coordinating and preparing monthly project reviews and performance reports.
• Ensure compliance with business directives and monitor compliance with internal controls related to projects.
• Maintain accurate financials in the ERP system on a regular basis including planned, actual, forecasted revenues and costs.
• Early identification of risks and provisions.
• Support cash collection and reduce overdue.

Your background

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Up to 3-5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, project support, or a similar role.
• Understanding of internal controls, audit requirements, and project financial principles, with a willingness to learn and develop in these areas.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and support operational improvements.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of preparing reports, summarizing data, and communicating findings effectively.
• Fluency in English and Italian is required.
• Proficiency in Excel and SAP S/4HANA for financial modeling and data analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  

More about us
The minimum salary for this position in the location specified is as follows:
 

• Starting from: 38000 € gross

 
The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.
 
Our benefits offering for this role generally includes: 
 

• Incentive Plan, Lunch ticket or canteen, Health Insurance, Pension Fund, Welfare, Flexible working hours, Hybrid work model, Well-being platform, Family Care Benefits, Parking and Partnerships (gyms, sports centers, stores).

 
Applicable CBA: Metalmeccanico

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