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 #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (Barcelona)
🏢 Americold Logistics
📍 Barcelona