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Head of Finance – Italy

Taylor Hopkinson is recruiting a Head of Finance on behalf of a prominent international IPP.

The company is part of a leading global player in the renewable energy sector, with a strong presence across various European markets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a financial strategy aligned with the company’s long-term business objectives.

  • Lead and manage all core finance functions in Italy: treasury, accounting, taxation, reporting, and consolidation, ensuring regulatory compliance and financial efficiency.

  • Oversee financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.

  • Establish and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

  • Identify and manage financial and tax risks, and develop strategies to mitigate them while ensuring full compliance with legal obligations.

  • Manage capital structure and support growth through debt and equity financing, refinancing, and other financial initiatives.

  • Support strategic financial operations such as fundraising, corporate finance transactions, and partnerships.

  • Work closely with senior management locally and internationally to align financial planning with business strategy.

Requirements

  • Proven track record as a senior finance leader in a multinational and fast-growing environment, ideally within the renewable energy, infrastructure, or related sectors.

  • Deep expertise across treasury, accounting, tax, financial reporting, and consolidation.

  • Strong strategic vision and the ability to translate business goals into financial plans and actions.

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, hands-on, and dynamic approach.

  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage across all levels.

  • Fluency in Italian and English is mandatory.