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On-site in Mad·Added 6 months ago (last checked 7 Nov)
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- Work mode
- On-site, Mad
- Spanish
- Expected (ad in Spanish)
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree




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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
The role
Our company
We are the largest Spanish airline and leader between Europe and Latin America; we belong to the IAG airline group and are part of the oneworld alliance. Our goal is to always be the best travel option for our customers and to make them feel that what matters most to us is their safety and the quality and experience of their journey. In addition to the airline, we also have aircraft maintenance as a complementary business.
At Iberia, we value that our professionals are an example of behaviors for customers, but also within the team. We expect all new hires to be an example of these.
What you'll do
Your role:
As a Management Control Specialist, your mission will be to generate value (both internally and externally) by ensuring that the business makes sound and effective corporate decisions. You will be responsible for the end-to-end process, from preparing proposals to ensuring the profitability of external client accounts.
- Client value: As a Finance Business Partner, you will generate value for the client (both internally and externally) by ensuring that the company makes effective and sound commercial decisions.
- Strategic collaboration: You will work together with the managers of the MRO Business Units (BUs) and their teams, leading support for financial and commercial performance.
- Objective management: You will drive the business to achieve its objectives and related financial and productivity opportunities, ensuring compliance with all corporate governance and internal control requirements.
- Impact: You will contribute strategically to the business within the department.
- Support for the MRO business and its development through sound financial and corporate decision-making, ensuring that all costs and financial aspects are considered.
- Support for the business throughout the entire financial planning process: Business Plan, Financial Plan, and Forecasts (weekly, quarterly, and annual).
- Reporting and control of financial performance for the corresponding Profit & Loss (P&L) statement.
- Contribution and critical questioning in decision-making, from both a corporate and financial perspective.
- Preparation of commercial proposals, ensuring that all associated costs are considered in order to set appropriate prices for clients.
- Ensuring the profitability of client accounts through appropriate cost control and monitoring of each project, as well as strategic reviews.
- Ensuring continuous and effective control of all CAPEX and OPEX projects, establishing responsibilities and clear ownership.
- Development and monitoring of key financial performance indicators (KPIs).
- Cross-functional support within the MRO Finance Business Partner department for all relevant activities necessary for business excellence.
Your knowledge and requirements
- Education: Higher education degree (Business Administration, Engineering, etc.)
- More than 5 years of experience working as a financial controller.
- Financial reporting and forecasting.
- Budgetary control and business planning.
- Knowledge of SAP in the FI/CO modules.
Talent at Iberia
We value that our professionals are an example of behaviors for customers, but also within the team. We expect all new hires to be an example of these.
- We are one and diverse: You work in a coordinated, open, and collaborative manner pursuing a common goal in a diverse and inclusive environment.
- We put soul and passion: You make things happen by fully committing to everything you do.
- We reinvent tomorrow: You look for new and different ideas to solve problems.
- We connect with our customers and colleagues: You always want to go a step further than expected with a smile and a pleasant manner.
- We make it simple and efficient: We focus on what's important, analyzing situations and eliminating what doesn't add value.
- We carry safety in our DNA: We work with the attention and care of the first day: in every ground operation, in every flight. We know the processes and apply them rigorously.
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Iberia, we are one and diverse. We are a faithful reflection of today's society and have teams with very diverse profiles that enrich us to be more creative and innovative.
We believe in talent without labels and are fully committed to offering the same professional opportunities to everyone. Therefore, all decisions in our selection processes are based exclusively on the competencies, skills, and knowledge necessary for the performance of the position.
About Iberia
Iberia is the flag carrier airline of Spain and one of the largest airlines in Europe, operating a broad international network from its hub at Madrid-Barajas Airport. The company is part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), alongside British Airways, Vueling, and LEVEL, and is a founding member of the Oneworld alliance. With a fleet of over 100 aircraft, Iberia serves more than 100 destinations across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and the Middle East, and is a major player in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector, with its own hangars and workshops in Madrid.
Iberia has a significant presence in Spain, with its headquarters and main operational base in Madrid, and a major maintenance hub in La Muñoza. The company is a key employer for aviation professionals in Spain, particularly for engineers, technicians, and pilots. For international hires, Iberia offers a multicultural work environment and the opportunity to work in a leading European airline, with roles ranging from aircraft maintenance and engineering to commercial and digital positions. The company's culture emphasizes technical excellence and operational safety, and it is a relevant option for professionals looking to relocate to Spain.
- Industry
- Aviation
- Founded
- 1927
- Employees
- 20,000–50,000
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca
Good to know if you are moving
- Iberia is part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), a multinational holding, which can offer opportunities for internal mobility across its airlines (British Airways, Vueling, etc.).
- The company's official working language is Spanish, but English is widely used in technical documentation and in many operational areas, making it accessible for international professionals.
- Iberia has its own MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) division with large facilities in Madrid (La Muñoza), offering specialized roles for aircraft maintenance engineers and technicians.
- The company runs a specific training program for new maintenance technicians (Programa de Formación), starting in October, which can be an entry point for international candidates.
- Many roles, especially in engineering and maintenance, require EASA Part-66 licenses or equivalent certifications, which are internationally recognized and can be a valuable asset for professionals.
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