Interim Finance Director

The Interim Management Division of Randstad Professional, specialized in the search and selection of Middle & Senior Management profiles, is looking for on behalf of a leading multinational corporation one professional profile of: Si assicuri di inviare la sua candidatura con tutte le informazioni richieste, come indicato nella panoramica del lavoro riportata di seguito. INTERIM FINANCE DIRECTOR, Energy trading Reporting directly to the Energy Regional South Finance Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing and supervising the following activities: Define the finance strategy and annual operating plan (budget and forecast) aligned with business objectives; Lead end-to-end statutory accounting and group reporting activities, ensuring accurate and timely month-end closing; Oversee payables, receivables, and settlement accounting related to physical and financial energy transactions; Manage standalone and consolidated financial statements, coordinating with auditors, tax advisors, and external consultants; Drive management reporting and financial analysis linked to business value drivers; Manage cash forecasting, liquidity, and banking facilities to support operational and strategic needs; Assess financial and operational risks, including derivatives and trading-related exposures; Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and company's policies, including tax, VAT, and customs obligations; Provide financial insights and strategic support to the Board and leadership team; Lead, coach, and develop the Finance & Accounting team of 8 people; Partner with commercial teams to evaluate business opportunities, investments, and funding requirements. Ideal Profile Master's Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related disciplines; Strong experience in finance leadership roles, mandatory within energy, trading, or commodity businesses; Solid knowledge of statutory accounting, reporting, budgeting, and cash management; Understanding of derivatives, trading environments, and risk management; Experience operating in international and matrix organizations; Strong leadership, analytical mindset, and business partnering capabilities; Fluent English communication skills. Location: Milan (Hybrid) Please note that this role is offered on a freelance/contract basis, and candidates must hold a valid VAT number. xpavfwm This job posting is open to female (F), male (M), and non-binary (NB) candidates, in compliance with Italian Law no. 300/1970, Legislative Decree no. 198/2006, and Legislative Decree no. 96/2026. We welcome applications from everyone, fully embracing diversity and inclusion. Please read the Randstad privacy policy () in accordance with Art. 13 of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2016/679.