We are seeking a highly motivated and commercially minded Finance Manager
- Business Partner who transforms data into insights, influences strategic decisions, and drives business performance through robust forecasting, effective reporting, and strong financial control. This is not a traditional accounting role, but a forward-looking position focused on supporting growth, profitability, and sustainable business success.

Key Responsibilities
Business Partnering
* Partner with business leaders and functional heads to support strategic and operational decision-making.
* Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to improve business performance and profitability.
* Challenge and influence business decisions through fact-based financial guidance.
* Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders.
* Support commercial initiatives by evaluating their financial impact and expected returns.
* Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles.
* Develop and maintain accurate financial forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities.
* Build financial models and scenario analyses to support business planning and strategic initiatives.
* Ensure robust forecasting methodologies and continuous improvement of planning processes.
* Support long-term financial planning and strategic business reviews. Controlling & Performance Management
* Monitor and analyse revenues, margins, operating expenses, profitability, working capital, and cash flow.
* Drive performance management through KPI development, tracking, and analysis.
* Conduct variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior year performance.
* Identify performance improvement opportunities and support cost optimisation initiatives.
* Prepare business cases and financial evaluations for investments, projects, and commercial opportunities. Management Reporting
* Deliver accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting.




* Analyse business performance and communicate key drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities.
* Prepare presentations and financial reviews for senior management.
* Develop and enhance reporting tools, dashboards, and performance metrics to improve business visibility. Governance & Financial Control
* Support month-end and year-end closing activities in collaboration with the Accounting team.
* Ensure consistency between management reporting and statutory financial data.
* Maintain effective internal controls and compliance with company policies.
* Contribute to finance transformation and continuous process improvement initiatives.
* Promote data quality and financial discipline across the organisation. Qualifications & Experience Education
* Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline.
* Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ACA, or equivalent) is desirable. Experience
* Experience in Finance, FP&A;, Business Controlling, or related finance functions.
* Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, performance management, and management reporting.
* Proven track record of partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making.
* Experience in an international and matrix organisation is preferred. Technical Skills
* Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.
* Advanced Excel capabilities.
* Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or equivalent).
* Knowledge of BI and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
* Understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles.
* Strong business acumen and commercial awareness.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to challenge constructively and influence stakeholders.
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
* Results-oriented, proactive, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
* Stakeholder engagement and satisfaction. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Finance Manager (San Cugat del Vallés)
🏢 Solutions Driven
📍 San Cugat del Vallés