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Financial Controller

On-site in Madrid·Added 10 days ago

Grupo Planeta

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Grupo Planeta doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 2+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
University degree
“Formación requerida: grado o licenciatura en finanzas, ADE o estudios empresariales afines.” — per the ad.

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Requirements

What we're looking for

What would we like to see on your CV?

Required training: degree or licenciatura in finance, ADE, or related business studies.
Professional experience: 2 to 4 years in similar positions.
Solid accounting and financial knowledge: deep understanding of financial and accounting principles and practices.
Proficiency in Excel, Power Point, and Power BI.
Experience in accounting ERPs.

Nice to have

Experience in the university or educational field will be valued.

The role

What you'll do

At Grupo Planeta, we are looking for a Financial Controller (Temporary) for our Planeta Formación y Universidades division.

What would your main duties be?

Analyze and supervise the company's accounting accounts with monthly closings, verification of the correct entry of accounting operations (centralized by the central Accounting department), and the preparation of cost/revenue forecasts.
Treasury management and developments for Cash Flow monitoring and control.
Economic, accounting, and analytical support to the rest of the departments in an advisory capacity.
Analysis and monitoring of cost deviations as part of the economic budget control with each area.
Preparation of documentation for external auditors for the preparation of annual accounts and coordination of audit processes with the rest of the departments.
Analysis, presentations, and accounting and financial reporting to stakeholders (General Management, Board of Directors, Division Board, etc.)
Budgeting process, planning, and updates during the year in collaboration with the rest of the departments.
Consolidation and profitability analysis by product.
Control and accounting developments of balance sheet accounts, capex, and the entity's income.
Implementation of internal control systems: Establishes and supervises internal control systems to ensure the integrity and reliability of financial information (interacting/collaborating with the rest of the University's areas).
Cost monitoring and control: Develops systems and processes to control and reduce operating costs. This involves evaluating resource efficiency and proposing corrective measures when necessary.
Define and follow key performance indicators (KPI) that allow for the evaluation of performance and the achievement of objectives.
Ensure compliance with the corresponding financial/tax regulations in correlation with the holding's centralized departments.

Requirements

You would fit in with us if you consider yourself a person with...

Communication skills.

Hiring process

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If you think this is your job opportunity, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team!

About Grupo Planeta

Grupo Planeta is a major Spanish media and publishing conglomerate headquartered in Barcelona. It operates across publishing, education, audiovisual production, and communication, and is one of the largest Spanish-language publishing groups in the world. The group includes well-known imprints such as Editorial Planeta, Espasa, and Ariel, and also owns a network of higher education institutions, including UNIE Universidad, EAE Business School, and the International University of Valencia (VIU). With a workforce of several thousand employees, Grupo Planeta is a significant player in the Spanish-speaking media and education landscape.

In Spain, Grupo Planeta has a strong presence in Barcelona and Madrid, with additional operations in Valencia and other cities. Its education division is a major employer of academic staff, offering roles for university lecturers, program directors, and administrative and commercial positions across its various schools and universities. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities in teaching, academic management, and corporate functions, with some roles requiring multilingual skills, particularly in French and English. The company's culture is rooted in Spanish business traditions, and it provides a stable, established work environment within the media and education sectors.

Industry: Media & Publishing
Founded: 1949
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia
Website: planeta.es

Good to know if you are moving

Grupo Planeta is headquartered in Barcelona, a major European hub with a large international community and excellent connectivity.
The group's education division hires university lecturers and academic staff, often requiring a PhD or equivalent, and offers opportunities for international academics to teach in Spanish or English.
Some commercial and administrative roles require multilingual skills, particularly French and English, which can be an advantage for international candidates.
The company operates several universities and business schools, including EAE Business School and UNIE, which have a diverse student body and international programs.
Spain's job market for academic roles often values Spanish language proficiency, but some positions, especially in business schools, may be open to English-speaking professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

We are Spain's leading editorial and communications group, family-owned, that leads a broad offering serving culture, education, information and audiovisual entertainment, with a presence in more than 20 countries, connecting with 25 million people every day. All Grupo Planeta professionals and companies share principles based on people, ethics, quality and excellence at work.

Additional information

Grupo Planeta offers equal opportunities. We are committed to treating all applications equally based on their skills, achievements, and experience, regardless of race, nationality, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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