European Controller

Job description

Nippon Gases is one of the leading companies in the industrial and medical gases business in Europe. We service more than 150,000 customers and have a diversified involvement in broad industries such as healthcare, food, manufacturing, metallurgy, chemical products, electronics and energy.
We are present in more than 13 countries, counting with a solid combination of onsite/pipping, merchant and package lines of business across key industrial zones
The European Holding of Nippon Gases Europe is located in Madrid and monitors the development of the different European regions. Due to the projected growth in the coming years, our Finance team is looking for an European Controller to support the monitoring of the European regions. This Controller will report to the European Accounting and Tax Director.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Within an Finance matrix organization, the European Controller will monitor closing activities, including the analysis of the development of the business.
- The controller will support the organization with Accounting and Tax analysis and assessments.
- Promotion and developing of the Consolidation tool (FCCS).
- Control, coordinate and manage the European Insurance Program.
- Ensure adequate corporate structure across the region and optimize European structure.

Job requirements

**Background**
- **Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
- Master, MBA, Certified Public Accountant (CPA /ACCA or ACA) is a plus.
- At least 5 years of experience in accounting. Big four audit experience is a plus.
- At least 3 years of experience administrating consolidation tools as FCCS/PBCS or Hyperion (HFM).
- Previous experience in a similar industry will be valuable.

**Required skills**
- Language requirements:



full professional proficiency in English and Spanish is mandatory; knowledge of any other European language is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate to a variety of audiences across business function and level, tailoring messages appropriately.
- Experienced excel user - our objective is to automate in FCCS/PBCS and reduce manual work.
- Critical thinking skills, including the ability to quickly assimilate new information, identify patterns, make sound decisions and develop creative solutions.
- Positive attitude, desire to learn, self-motivated and effective team player
- Ability to work independently and be versátil.

**Others**
- **Travelling may be required up to 15% of the time.

About Us

Nippon Gases is one of the leading companies in the industrial and medical gases business in Europe. We service more than 150,000 customers and have a diversified involvement in broad industries such as healthcare, food, manufacturing, metallurgy, chemical products, electronics and energy. We aim to create social value through innovative gas solutions that increase industrial productivity, enhance human well-being and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Making life better through gas technology.

What can you expect from us?

We are an industrial company in which safety and integrity come first, as it could not be otherwise. We bet on the talent of each of our employees, creating opportunities for development and learning, as well as offering an environment of personal conciliation. Our employees are the key to achieve high customer satisfaction and be, day by day, your choice. We have a high commitment to society and respect for the environment. These values make us a great company with solid and continuous financial results.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

📌 European Controller (Madrid)
🏢 Nippon Gases
📍 Madrid