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Business Controlling Specialist

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 27 Oct)

DSV

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Our summary

Work mode
On-site, Madrid
Contract
Full-time
English
Required
Experience
4+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or similar. A Master's in Finance, Management Control, or Business Analytics is valued.
  • 4-8 years of experience in Controlling, FP&A, Business Analysis, or Finance Business Partnering.
  • Experience in business analysis and monitoring performance indicators.
  • Experience collaborating with Operations and Commercial teams.
  • Fluent English (minimum B2).
  • Advanced level of Excel.
  • Knowledge of ERP (SAP or others).
  • Financial modeling and data analysis.
  • Budgeting and forecasting.
  • Analytical mindset and business orientation.
  • Ability to transform data into actionable recommendations.
  • Ability to influence and constructively challenge stakeholders.
  • Critical thinking and results orientation.
  • Curiosity to understand business drivers.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Proactivity and ability to work in dynamic environments.

Nice to have

  • Experience in transport, logistics, or complex operational environments is valued.
  • Power BI or similar Business Intelligence tools.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

If you like challenges, have experience as a Business Controller Road, and want to grow in the Transport and Logistics sector, we want to meet you! We offer you a unique opportunity to develop professionally in a leading company in the transport and logistics sector, with continuous training and development possibilities in a dynamic, global, and constantly evolving environment.

The role

What are we looking for?
At DSV Road, we want to bring a Business Controller Road into our Madrid offices. Their main mission will be to act as a financial and analytical Business Partner for the Road division, providing information, analysis, and recommendations that drive decision-making, profitable growth, and continuous business improvement.

What you'll do

Among the tasks, the main ones will be the following:

❖ Act as a financial and strategic partner to the Road Management, supporting decision-making through financial and operational analysis.

❖ Analyze revenue, Gross Profit, EBIT, and operational KPIs to identify improvement opportunities and growth levers.

❖ Monitor business performance against Budget, Forecast, and strategic objectives, identifying risks and opportunities.

❖ Perform profitability analysis by customer, branch, traffic, product, and business segment.

❖ Support Operations, Sales, and Management in commercial decisions, pricing, investments, and strategic projects.

❖ Prepare analyses, business cases, and recommendations that drive growth and profitability.

❖ Develop dashboards, KPIs, and analytical tools to improve business visibility and monitoring.

❖ Drive initiatives for automation, digitalization, and continuous improvement of processes and reporting.

❖ Translate financial and operational information into concrete actions to improve business performance.

Start here. Go anywhere

This is our promise of movement. A promise that your work matters, that your contribution counts, and that your professional career can go as far as your ambition takes you.
If you are looking to generate impact, develop your professional career, and be part of something bigger, DSV is your place.

Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.

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About DSV

DSV is a global transport and logistics company headquartered in Hedehusene, Denmark. It provides road, air, sea, and rail freight forwarding, as well as contract logistics and supply chain solutions. With operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of more than 75,000 employees, DSV is one of the largest logistics providers in the world, serving a wide range of industries from automotive to healthcare.

In Spain, DSV has a significant presence with offices in major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia, as well as specialized operations in Ferrol and Cartagena. The company is known for its dynamic and international work environment, offering opportunities for professionals in logistics, engineering, sales, and legal roles. For international hires, DSV provides a multicultural setting and the chance to work on global supply chain projects, making it an attractive employer for those looking to build a career in logistics in Spain.

Industry
Logistics
Founded
1976
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Hedehusene, Denmark
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 2 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • DSV has a strong international presence with offices in over 80 countries, offering opportunities for cross-border career moves.
  • The company's Spanish operations include major logistics hubs in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as specialized roles in port cities like Ferrol and Cartagena.
  • DSV is a global leader in freight forwarding, providing exposure to complex supply chain solutions and a wide range of industries.
  • The company offers a multicultural work environment, with English often used as the business language, making it accessible for international professionals.
  • DSV has a strong focus on employee development and internal mobility, with opportunities for growth within the company.

In their own words

About the company & team

Job application number: 131767
Working day type: Full Time

Who are we?
DSV is a leading company in the transport and logistics sector, with nearly 160,000 employees in more than 90 countries; we work daily to offer quality services, satisfy our customers' needs, and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by incorporating new talent, new perspectives, and ambitious people like you.

At DSV, we move much more than goods. We move professional careers, ambitions, and opportunities.
With nearly 150,000 people in more than 90 countries, we are world leaders in transport and logistics. It is our people who make our services and solutions a reality every day. From frontline operations to corporate functions, every position contributes to keeping supply chains moving and helping society function.

Here, you are trusted to take on responsibilities, act on your ideas, and make decisions that generate a real impact. It is a place where people, professional careers, and ideas constantly advance. We value transparency in our way of communicating and collaborating, and we achieve success together by supporting each other, challenging ourselves to improve, and obtaining results as a team.

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