As a integral brand with a strong presence in Europe, we are dedicated to spreading joy, comfort, and style with every step & committed to strengthening our presence in Europe and connecting with a diverse and aspirational audience . We are seeking a highly analytical and business-oriented Senior FP&A; Analyst – Commercial Expenses Controller to join our Finance team. This role will be responsible for the planning, forecasting, consolidation, controlling, and performance analysis of Commercial Expenses across the organization.

Acting as a key Finance Business Partner, the position will provide financial visibility and insights on fixed cost performance, support strategic decision-making, and ensure strong governance over budget management and resource allocation. The role will work closely with budget owners, Human Resources, and business leaders to improve forecast accuracy, monitor spending trends, challenge assumptions, and identify opportunities to optimize costs and enhance business performance.

Financial

Planning & Analysis Support the annual Budget, Rolling Forecast, Strategic Plan, and monthly financial closing processes. Perform variance analysis versus Budget, Forecast, and Prior Year, identifying key business drivers. Support the preparation of executive presentations and business reviews for senior management.

Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support business decision making. Provide financial insights and recommendations to improve business performance and cost efficiency.

Commercial Expenses

Planning & Controlling Lead the planning, forecasting, consolidation, and monitoring of Commercial Expenses across the organization. Monitor actual spending versus Budget and Forecast, identifying risks and opportunities. Act as a trusted finance partner to functional leaders and budget owners. Support stakeholders in understanding financial performance, spending trends, and cost drivers. Drive accountability for budget ownership and forecast accuracy.

Workforce Cost

Planning & Analysis Support the planning, forecasting,



and monitoring of workforce-related expenses, including salaries, bonuses, social charges, vacancies, and other personnel costs. Analyze personnel cost trends and their impact on financial performance. Ensure alignment between workforce planning assumptions and financial forecasts.

Support management reporting and decision-making related to organizational costs and resource planning. Strengthen financial governance, processes, and controls related to Commercial Expenses. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within planning, forecasting, and reporting processes.

Support finance transformation projects and reporting automation initiatives. Contribute to the implementation and enhancement of ERP and Business Intelligence solutions. Promote best practices in data quality, financial transparency, and performance management.

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's Degree or professional certification (CIMA, ACCA, CFA, etc.) Minimum 5 years of experience in FP&A;, Financial Controlling, Commercial Finance, Business Planning, or related finance rolesAbility to analyze and detect accounting issues over the Balance Sheet and Profit Statements.

Advanced Microsoft

Excel skills (mandatory) and knowledge of Power BI or other Business Intelligence tools is highly desirable.

Fluent

English (mandatory). Strong experience in Budgeting, Forecasting, Management Reporting, and Financial Analysis. Proven experience in the consolidation, planning, controlling, and analysis of fixed costs and Commercial Expenses.

Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP S/4HANA. Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities. Ability to work with large data sets and translate data into meaningful business insights. Ability to connect financial performance with business outcomes. High attention to detail and data accuracy.

Experience supporting workforce planning, personnel cost management, or HR related financial analysis is highly desirable. Please note that this is a hybrid position. xiphteb It is expected to this person to be 3 days/week at the office in Madrid.

📌 Senior FP&A Analyst - Commercial Expenses Controller (Madrid)
🏢 Havaianas Europe - an Alpargatas Brand
📍 Madrid