Job Description
An opportunity for a Central Functions Controller has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space in Getafe (Madrid). The selected candidate will join the Central Functions F&C; team, acting as the strategic Finance Business Partner for central functions across Airbus Defence and Space. Our international team steers financial performance and planning for central functions supporting more than 2,500 professionals across our four European home countries. Based in Getafe, you will be responsible of the financial steering for the Spanish perimeter, partnering directly with executive stakeholders and department heads to drive cost efficiency, optimize resource allocation, and support data-driven business decisions in a high-impact, multicultural aerospace environment.
RESPONSIBILITIESManage Planning & Budgeting Cycles: Drive the annual budgeting and forecasting for costs, headcount, workload and statistical key figures across Spanish central functions in close alignment with the divisional Financial Business Partner of each functionAct as a local Business Partner: Collaborate with and challenge local management and department heads to optimize financial performance and align functional strategies with company targetsAnalyze & Steer Performance: Deliver monthly performance tracking, identify variances against budget/forecasts, conduct root-cause analysis, and recommend actionable corrective measures to improve cost competitiveness and operational efficiencyDrive Decision Support & Financial Modeling: Build robust financial models and business cases to evaluate organizational changes and operational initiatives, ensuring clear visibility into financial risks and opportunitiesStreamline Financial Governance & Processes: Coordinate closing activities alongside General Accounting, Cost Accounting,



and the wider European Controlling network, ensuring compliance, financial integrity, and data consistencyChampion Continuous Improvement: Support the enhancement and automation of controlling dashboards and reporting tools to increase transparency and accelerate management reportingSKILLSEducation: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Industrial Management, or a related fieldExperience: 3 to 5+ years of proven experience in Financial Controlling, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;), or Business Partnering—ideally within an international, matrixed, or industrial organizationTechnical Knowledge: Solid working experience with SAP (CO/FI/PS modules)Technical Knowledge: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling, large dataset handling)Technical Knowledge: Knowledge in Google Apps (Sheets/Docs/Slides)Technical Knowledge: Strong foundation in management accounting, cost allocation, and variance analysisSoft

Skills:
High business acumen with the assertiveness and diplomatic skills needed to challenge senior stakeholders constructivelySoft

Skills:
Strong emotional intelligence, conflict management, and relationship‑building capabilities in cross‑functional, multicultural environmentsSoft

Skills:
Analytical rigor with the ability to translate complex numerical data into clear, actionable business insightsLanguages:



Professional working / negotiation proficiency in both Spanish and English (daily working languages)Valuable / Nice to Have: Familiarity with business intelligence and reporting tools such as SAP Analysis for Office, Business Objects, Power BI, or modern FP&A; consolidation toolsValuable / Nice to Have: Prior experience working as a corporate function controller (IT, HR, Engineering, or Corporate Services)WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?Vacation days plus additional days-off along the yearAttractive salaryHybrid model of working when possibleCollective transport service subject to working calendar/home locationBenefits such as life insurance, health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grantsOn-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical officePossibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiativesExcellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environmentOption to access special rates in products & benefitsThis job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company: Airbus Defence and Space SAU Employment Type: Permanent ------
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📌 Central Functions Controller (Getafe)
🏢 2164 Airbus Defence And Space
📍 Getafe