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Operations and Cost Controller - Energy Area in Barcelona

On-site in Barcelona·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

ConfiARTE

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Our summary

Salary: €45,000 - €60,000 a year
About €2,720 - €3,460 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Permanent
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)
Experience: 3+ years

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ConfiARTE is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Barcelona.

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Salary Range: €45,000 - €60,000 Gross/Year

Attractive remuneration: Salary range between €45,000 and €60,000 gross/year.
Real impact: Direct participation in the creation and development of a new business line with high growth potential.
Visibility: A project with high visibility within the organization.
Autonomy: Real capacity to design processes, tools, and KPIs from the start.
Dynamic and innovative environment: Strong component of digital transformation and data analytics.
Growth: Professional development directly linked to the expansion of the Energy area.

If this profile identifies with you and you are looking for a project where your contribution makes a difference from day one, we want to meet you! (We guarantee absolute confidentiality in the process).

The role

Are you motivated to start a project from scratch in the Energy sector?

At Confiarte, we are looking to recruit for one of our leading clients (an international company with a strong presence in the energy sector) a:

OPERATIONS / COST MANAGEMENT CONTROLLER - ENERGY AREA

What you'll do

Design and implement the cost control model for the Energy area.
Define and develop the monitoring of operational and economic KPIs.
Prepare dashboards and periodic reports for Management.
Analyze deviations between budget, forecasts, and actual results.
Build the reporting model for the new activity.
Identify improvement opportunities in control and monitoring processes.
Collaborate side by side with Operations, Purchasing, Finance, and Management to ensure the quality of information.
Lead the implementation of reporting and data analysis tools.
Actively participate in the implementation and parameterization of a new ERP (Business Central).
Guarantee the correct obtaining, processing, and exploitation of business data.

The Challenge

We are looking for a Cost Controller to actively participate in the creation and development of a new Energy business area.

Forget traditional accounting and journal entries: here you will design, implement, and monitor management indicators to ensure the economic and operational control of the activity, providing real and direct visibility in the company's decision-making.

Experience we value

Minimum 3 years in controlling, management control, business analysis, or cost control positions.
Solid experience in the definition and monitoring of business indicators.
Experience in the implementation or evolution of ERP systems.
Previous experience in energy sectors (reporting to a French company will be particularly valued).

Essential technical knowledge

Advanced Excel (pivot tables, Power Query, data models, advanced formulas).
Business Intelligence (advanced knowledge, preferably in Power BI).
Experience in data modeling and dashboard creation.
Experience in implementation, parameterization, or improvement of ERPs.
Demonstrable ability to transform data into useful information for management.

Key Competencies

High analytical capacity and orientation towards results/continuous improvement.
Real capacity to structure processes from scratch.
Autonomy, initiative, and a data-oriented mindset.
Fluency in communicating with operational and management areas.

About ConfiARTE

ConfiARTE is a Spanish recruitment and HR services company based in Badajoz, Spain. It specializes in connecting professionals with opportunities across a wide range of sectors, including construction, engineering, healthcare, IT, and administration. The company operates throughout Spain, offering both permanent and temporary staffing solutions, and works with a diverse portfolio of clients, from industrial and infrastructure projects to commercial and healthcare organizations.

For international professionals, ConfiARTE provides a gateway to the Spanish job market, with roles spanning from technical and engineering positions to administrative and healthcare roles. The company's presence across Spain, including in major cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Seville, offers opportunities for those looking to relocate. While the company itself is not a global brand, it is a recognized player in the Spanish recruitment sector, and its roles often require Spanish language proficiency, making it a suitable option for those already familiar with the language.

Headquarters: Badajoz, Spain
In Spain: Badajoz

Good to know if you are moving

ConfiARTE is based in Badajoz, Spain, and operates across the country, offering roles in major cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Sevilla.
The company specializes in recruitment for construction, engineering, healthcare, and administrative sectors, providing a wide range of job opportunities.
Most roles require Spanish language proficiency, making it essential for international candidates to have a good command of Spanish.
The company offers both temporary and permanent positions, which can be a good starting point for professionals looking to establish themselves in Spain.
As a recruitment agency, ConfiARTE can help international professionals navigate the Spanish job market and find roles that match their skills.

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