Finance Accountant

ABOUT WEROAD: CONNECTING PEOPLE, CULTURES, AND STORIES

Founded in 2017, WeRoad is a fast-growing startup that is disrupting the travel industry in Italy, Spain, UK, Germany, France and Switzerland!With 200 team members and 3K Travel Coordinators, we’re a community of travelers who turn every trip into a life-changing experience. We connect like-minded millennials and send them on adventures to 1000+ destinations worldwide.We're on a mission to design and deliver experiences worth living and sharing, through rewriting the rules of the travel industry.

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About the role:

JOB TITLE: Finance Accountant LOCATION: Milan (Hybrid) TYPE OF CONTRACT: Permanent, full time SALARY RANGE: up to €35,000 gross/year Seniority : mid

What you will do

• Own the general ledger and run the monthly, quarterly and annual closing process, making sure books are closed accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare the statutory financial statements under Italian GAAP (OIC), including the notes and supporting schedules, and coordinate with external accountants and auditors.
• Post and review journal entries, accruals, deferrals, prepayments and adjustments.
• Perform and review account reconciliations (bank, intercompany, balance sheet accounts) and clear open items before each close.
• Oversee the quality of data coming from accounts payable and accounts receivable, making sure subledgers reconcile to the general ledger.
• Manage the chart of accounts, fixed assets, VAT and tax related entries, and the closing calendar across WeRoad’s legal entities.
• Identify and implement improvements to speed up the close and reduce manual work in Business Central.
• Partner with teams across the organization to explain the numbers and support business decisions.

What are we looking for?

• 2 to 5 years of experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting or audit, with direct experience in monthly closings and statutory financial statements. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. Professional certifications (CPA, CMA, ACCA) or Italian chartered accountant status are a plus.
• Knowledge of Italian GAAP (OIC). IFRS knowledge is a plus.
• Technical skills: advanced Excel and experience with an ERP. Business Central is a plus. Experience with multiple legal entities and intercompany accounting is valued.
• Analytical and problem solving mindset: you are precise, you are comfortable with data, and you spot what doesn’t reconcile before anyone else does.
• Good written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain complex financial data simply to stakeholders outside Finance.
• A collaborative, proactive and accountable approach, flexible in a scaleup that changes quickly.
• You are curious about AI and you already use it to cut manual work, from reconciliations to closing checklists, while staying accountable for the accuracy of the numbers.
• Good level of English, written and spoken.

You will love working at WeRoad if

• You dream big, aim higher, and push yourself beyond limits you didn’t think possible. Challenges excite you, and you’re hungry for the next win.
• You want to be part of a young, smart, and fun team that shares your passion for travel. You thrive in a community of bold thinkers and doers who challenge and inspire each other.
• You’re an entrepreneur at heart, take responsibility from day one, and move fast to make things happen.
• You prefer adventure over routine and embrace the fast-paced, ever-changing ride of a scaleup. You make decisions quickly, test, learn, and adapt—because growth comes from action.
• You believe in the power of people. Our WeRoaders and Travel Coordinators are at the core of everything we do, and you’re eager to be part of something bigger.

What we can offer

• Performance-based bonus – An discretionary annual variable bonus, and based on performance and company results.
• A free WeRoad trip every year – Choose your dream destination with €1,400/year travel discount or travel even more as a Travel Coordinator.
• A buzzing workspace – Join our vibrant co-working space and community.
• Opportunities to learn – We invest in your growth with training and learning opportunities.
• Trust-based holidays – We believe performance is driven by impact, not by hours at a desk. You are encouraged to take the time you need to recharge, beyond contractual minimums, within shared guidelines.
• Extra benefits – Meal vouchers (€8/day – when applicable), a €1,000 bonus for your wedding or civil union, and one-off bonus when you hit 5 years with us.
• New parent support – €3,600/year for 3 years after birth or adoption (or prorated if your child is under 3 when you start at WeRoad).
• Fun – Team events, Travel Coordinator meet-ups, and unforgettable moments.
• Hybrid working – Flexible working, and we support you to work from your destination of choice up to 1 month per year.

Ready to apply?

At WeRoad, cultural fit matters as much as skills. We assess both the what (your skills) and the how (how you live our values). With multiple steps, we make sure every new joiner is not just a match, but 150% aligned with our Culture .

The selection process will consist of:

• Introductory call with our Talent Acquisition Lead
• Technical and background-based interview with the Finance Manager
• Interview with the CFO
• Culture Champions step

WeRoad is an equal opportunity employer: we consider for employment all applicants, regardless of their race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, family status, political affiliation, disability, and any other legally protected characteristic.

Statistically speaking, women are less likely to apply for roles where they don't fit the job description perfectly. Don’t let a checklist hold you back: if you’re passionate about the role we encourage you to apply with enthusiasm!