Emanuela Ricca Email & Phone Number

I am a results-driven Senior Accountant with over 10 years of international experience in both the UK and Italy. Throughout my career, I have specialized in EMEA statutory reporting, VAT/GST compliance, and financial process improvement. My expertise lies in delivering accurate financial reporting, meeting tight deadlines, and optimizing processes across diverse financial environments.In my most recent role at Expedia Group, I managed statutory accounting for multiple EMEA entities and oversaw global VAT compliance. I have been responsible for month-end close journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams, including tax, treasury, and audit, to ensure financial compliance and accuracy.Throughout my career, I’ve built a strong track record in financial analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, month-end procedures, and improving processes across European entities. My hands-on experience includes roles at Lloyd’s Register, Easynet Telecommunications, and IPR, where I focused on journal preparation, cash flow forecasting, and management accounts. I hold a master's degree in economics with a focus on accounting and am part-qualified in ACCA, continuously advancing my expertise. My career has given me a solid foundation in accounting principles and hands-on experience in various finance functions such as cash flow forecasting, prepayments, accruals, and fixed assets management. I’m passionate about continuing to expand my expertise, taking on new challenges, and adding value through strategic financial oversight and process optimization.