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Biopharma Cost Controlling Controller

Hybrid in Sant Cugat del Vallès·Added 6 days ago

Grifols

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Overview

Job details

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Grifols doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Sant Cugat del Vallès for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 4+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “You hold a Bachelor's degree in Economics / Business Administration / Industrial Engineering.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Buyer

It is a brilliant opportunity for you, Grifols is fully aware that its employees are one of its major assets. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere that encourages all our employees to develop their professional careers in an excellent working environment.

Information about Grifols is available at www.grifols.com. If you are interested in joining our company and you have what it takes for such an exciting position, then don't hesitate to apply!

We look forward to receiving your application!

Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Who you are

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

  • You hold a Bachelor's degree in Economics / Business Administration / Industrial Engineering.
  • You bring 4+ years of experience in controlling department
  • You have knowledge of fundamental accounting and cost accounting concepts, practices and procedures.
  • You bring knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles (e.g. standard costing).
  • You have excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language (CAE qualified).
  • You have computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
  • You have strong Excel skills, i.e. knowledge of V-Look Ups, Pivot Tables, basic accounting formulas, etc.
  • You have the ability to identify continuous improvement measures.
  • You must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail.
  • You are a self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
  • You have the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines.
  • You have strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.
  • You have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.

The role

Ensure the financial analysis and control of industrial operations, guaranteeing the proper measurement, monitoring, and optimization of production costs across different production areas; supporting operational teams by providing valuable financial analysis, enabling decision-making, and ensuring the quality of controlling, budgeting, reporting, and compliance processes, with a strong focus on efficiency, profitability, and the reliability of financial information. Within the Biopharma Business Unit we are lookig for a Biopharma Cost Controlling Controller.

What you'll do

What your responsibilities will be

  • You will provide financial business support to the company's management and work closely with the Plant Controllers in order to analyze the actual results and variances compared to the business plan.
  • You will be the product costing responsible for Biopharma BU.
  • You will be responsible for leading the company's Actual Costing month-end closing process in SAP, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of results through detailed validation and analysis. You will identify and explain key drivers and variances, challenge unexpected outcomes, and communicate findings through clear and insightful reporting to support business decision-making.
  • Act as the financial business partner for different ad-hoc business cases & internal stakeholders, providing financial guidance and controlling support to support the best decision making. Support the department during internal and external audits and maintain necessary controls to ensure SOX compliance.

  • You will provide accuracy and business understanding of the information for the best decision making of the stakeholders.
  • You will participate in corporate projects to improve the business performance (new IT tools, "best practices" projects among the manufacturing plants worldwide, support in new acquisitions).
  • You will assist in maintaining the controlling Master Data.
  • You will perform assigned tasks using established procedures with sound judgment, evaluation and critical thinking.

How you'll work

Flexible schedule: Monday-Thursday 7-10 to 16-19h and Friday 8-15h.

Benefits package

Contract of Employment: Permanent position.

Flexibility for U Program: 2 days remote working.

Location

Location: SPAIN : Spain : Sant Cugat del Valles || SPAIN : Spain : Aigües de Vilajuïga || SPAIN : Spain : Barcelona || SPAIN : Spain : Coslada (Madrid) || SPAIN : Spain : Derio || SPAIN : Spain : Remote || SPAIN : Spain : Remote || SPAIN : Spain : Expat || SPAIN : Spain : Leioa || SPAIN : Spain : Mondragón (Arrasate) || SPAIN : Spain : Parets del Valles || SPAIN : Spain : Santa Cruz de Tenerife || SPAIN : Spain : Santiago Compostela || SPAIN : Spain : Sevilla || SPAIN : Spain : Torres de Cotillas || SPAIN : Spain : Valencia || SPAIN : Spain : Zaragoza:[[cust_building]]

Hiring process

4 steps2 interviews
  1. Búsqueda de empleo

    Empieza tu búsqueda en la web de empleo de Grifols o únete a la Talent Community para mantenerte al día de las últimas ofertas publicadas.

  2. Solicitud

  3. Llamada de selección

    With an equipo de selección · Phone call

    Si entras en fase de preselección, el equipo se pone en contacto contigo para una breve llamada de evaluación sobre tu motivación, habilidades y experiencia, y para profundizar en los detalles clave de la posición.

  4. Entrevistas

    30–45 min

    Se suelen realizar dos o más entrevistas de entre 30 y 45 minutos cada una; quien te entreviste evaluará tus habilidades y aptitudes con preguntas centradas en el puesto y en tu experiencia.

  5. Decisión y oferta

  6. Antes de la incorporación

    Una vez aceptada la oferta comienza el proceso previo a la incorporación, con toda la información y los recursos necesarios para una transición fluida a tu nuevo puesto.

  • Te acompañan tres personas: responsable de adquisición de talento, responsable de contratación y HR manager.

About Grifols

Grifols is a global healthcare company headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, specializing in the development and production of plasma-derived medicines, transfusion medicine, and diagnostic solutions. With operations in over 100 countries and a workforce of more than 20,000 employees, it is one of the world's leading producers of plasma-based therapies, treating chronic and rare diseases. The company operates a vast network of plasma donation centers and manufacturing facilities, making it a key player in the biopharmaceutical industry.

In Spain, Grifols maintains its global headquarters in Barcelona and operates major production and R&D sites in the Catalonia region, including facilities in Parets del Vallès and Sant Cugat del Vallès. The company is deeply rooted in Spain, offering a wide range of roles from laboratory and manufacturing positions to IT, engineering, and corporate functions. For international professionals, Grifols provides a multicultural work environment, opportunities in a highly regulated and innovative sector, and the chance to work in a company that is a global leader in its niche, with Spanish as a common working language alongside English.

Industry
Pharma
Founded
1909
Employees
20,000–25,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona, Parets del Solès, Sant Cugat del Vallès

Good to know if you are moving

  • Grifols is headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, and is one of the largest companies in the Catalan region, offering a strong local presence and career opportunities.
  • The company operates in a highly regulated and innovative sector, providing roles in R&D, manufacturing, and IT, which can be attractive for professionals with experience in biotech or pharma.
  • While Spanish is the primary language in many roles, the company's global nature means English is often used, especially in IT, corporate, and international positions.
  • Grifols has a strong commitment to employee development, with trainee programs and continuous learning opportunities, as seen in the STEM Trainee Program IT QA.
  • The company's global footprint includes operations in the US, Europe, and Asia, offering potential for international mobility within the organization.

In their own words

About the company & team

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of the healthcare sector? Do you want to contribute to improving the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been improving the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and we develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

We believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunity fostering an inclusive environment where diversity makes us be outstanding.

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