Responsibilities

Responsibility for the budget and forecast process in line with site and group requirements.

Assisting, as required, the Financial Controller / Finance Director during the monthly reporting cycle, year‑end statutory accounts preparation and subsequent audit.

Ensure regular cost centre reviews meetings with key department managers, to drive change and action plans to focus on cost efficiency and ensure a cost‑conscious approach to the business.

Support the procurement process with cost centre managers, aiding the tendering process and relationship with suppliers as appropriate.

Assisting and supporting (when needed) Iberia Leadership Team and the Commercial Finance Director with investment appraisal process and the creation of investment memos for group.

Monitor Customer Profitability to assist and support the decision‑making processes.

Preparation of costing of services to support the commercial team in terms of pricing and decision process.

Continually review, develop and deliver appropriate analysis that supports the leadership team.

Production of regular Key Performance Indicators for both internal and group use.

Weekly/Monthly reports as required by both local business/group.

Presenting business results (weekly/monthly/quarterly upon request).

Ensure effective management and development of the Financial Planning & Analysis team.

Lead by example, driving improvement and best practice and challenging under performance.

Ensure that regular reviews are carried out, maintaining a strong skill set of technical expertise within the team and planning for the future.





Support one‑off requests from the Director of Operations and other members of the Leadership/ Management Team.

Works closely and effectively together with the wider Finance team to drive alignment.

Works closely with site Operations Team, BD etc., to deliver goals and objectives.

Requirements

5+ Years Experience in a senior Management Accounting role. Supported by ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications, or Previous exposure to Operations, Manufacturing, Transportation, or Warehousing industries.

Demonstrated knowledge of budget and reporting systems such as HYPERION, ESSBASE, or equivalent.

Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills sufficient to prepare financial documents, reports, and presentations.

Ability to influence, communicate, challenge, and motivate at all levels, maintaining effective relationships across the business.

Pragmatic approach to problem solving.

Team player.

Ability to create and deliver Innovative financial solutions.

Commercially business minded challenging the status quo / drive & influence change.

Sets high standards, with the ability to implement and maintain controls.

Applies drive to the Finance agenda, whilst making it meaningful cross functionally.

Can meet strict and challenging deadlines.

Proactive, energetic, and enthusiastic – adopts a positive attitude to their work & environment.

Hard Skills budgeting forecasting financial reporting cost analysis investment appraisal

Key Performance Indicators financial planning management accounting financial solutions cost efficiency

Soft Skills communication influencing problem solving team player motivation relationship management innovation drive for change high standards proactivity

Certifications & Qualifications

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

📌 Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (Madrid)
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