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Chief Financial Officer

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added yesterday

MET Group

13 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    MET Group doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Madrid

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.” — per the ad.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Play a pivotal role in a growing international energy company.
  • Be part of a highly entrepreneurial and collaborative culture.
  • Work closely with senior leaders and gain exposure to international energy markets.
  • Contribute to the transformation of the European energy sector.
  • Enjoy a dynamic environment that values initiative, innovation, and professional development.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior finance leadership role within the energy sector, ideally with direct exposure to energy retail or energy supply activities.
  • Previous experience in a Big Four audit or advisory environment would be considered an advantage.
  • Strong track record in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury and liquidity management.
  • Sound knowledge of tax, VAT, excise duty, and regulatory requirements relevant to the Spanish market.
  • Experience in credit risk management and financial process digitalization.
  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial, and hands-on environment.
  • Strategic mindset combined with strong execution capabilities.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Ability to communicate complex financial matters clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.
  • Proactive, collaborative, and results-oriented approach.

Education & certifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • CPA, ACCA, CFA, MBA, or equivalent professional qualification is highly valued.

Languages

  • Fluent English is required.
  • Spanish fluency is strongly preferred.

The role

As Chief Financial Officer of MET Spain, you will be a key member of the local leadership team and a trusted business partner to the CEO. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the financial strategy, governance framework, and operational excellence of a growing energy business while working closely with both local and international stakeholders across the MET Group.

Reporting directly to the CEO of MET Spain, the successful candidate will lead all finance-related activities, including financial planning and analysis, reporting, treasury and cash management, taxation, credit management, billing, and regulatory compliance. The role combines strategic leadership with a hands-on approach, offering significant exposure to the commercial dynamics of the Spanish energy market.

What you'll do

The Chief Financial Officer will be responsible for:

  • Leading and continuously improving the financial reporting and control framework of MET Spain, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and alignment with Group standards.
  • Driving the annual budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes in close collaboration with the CEO and business stakeholders.
  • Managing treasury activities, cash flow planning, and banking relationships in coordination with the MET Group Treasury team.
  • Ensuring efficient cash management processes, including funding requirements, dividend distributions, and compliance with Spanish corporate and tax regulations.
  • Overseeing customer billing and invoicing activities, ensuring the accurate application of VAT, excise duties, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Leading the implementation and monitoring of credit management and KYC processes in line with Group policies and local regulations.
  • Coordinating the preparation of tax declarations, statutory accounts, and annual financial statements, while ensuring timely payment of all taxes, VAT, and excise duties.
  • Supporting commercial and operational teams in securing and managing the financial guarantees required to operate in the Spanish energy market.
  • Ensuring all company payments and financial transactions are executed in accordance with MET Group policies, internal controls, and Spanish legislation.
  • Identifying opportunities to digitalize, streamline, and enhance financial processes to support business growth and operational efficiency.
  • Acting as a strategic advisor to the CEO, providing financial insights that support sound business decisions and long-term value creation.

About MET Group

MET Group is a Swiss-headquartered energy company specializing in natural gas and power trading, sales, and asset management across Europe. With a presence in over 15 countries, it operates as an integrated energy player, combining trading activities with retail and wholesale supply, as well as infrastructure and renewable energy projects. The company is known for its entrepreneurial culture and dynamic trading floor, employing a diverse international workforce.

In Spain, MET Group has an office in Madrid, where it runs a range of roles including energy retail, digital product management, DevOps, and risk analysis. The Spanish branch focuses on expanding the company's retail energy business and digital transformation, offering opportunities for professionals in energy markets, technology, and commercial functions. For international candidates, MET Group provides a multicultural environment and the chance to work in a fast-paced, cross-border energy sector.

Industry
Energy
Founded
2000
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Zug, Switzerland
In Spain
Madrid
Website
met.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • MET Group has an office in Madrid, Spain, offering roles in energy retail, digital, and risk.
  • The company operates across multiple European countries, providing international mobility opportunities.
  • Spanish roles include positions like DevOps Engineer and Digital Product Manager, indicating a tech-forward environment.
  • The company's headquarters is in Switzerland, but its Spanish office is a key hub for its retail energy business.

In their own words

About the company & team

MET Group is an integrated European energy company, headquartered in Switzerland, with activities in natural gas and power, focused on multi-commodity wholesale, trading and sales, as well as energy infrastructure and industrial assets.

MET Group is represented in 24 countries: Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Croatia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Turkey and Ukraine.

MET Group is present in 33 national energy markets and 44 international trading hubs. The Group has a significant end-consumer presence in Belgium, Croatia, Italy, Hungary, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, and The Netherlands.

MET Group has 1350+ permanent staff. The company is owned 90% by MET employees and 10% by Keppel Infrastructure, a wholly owned subsidiary of  Keppel Corporation*.

* Listed on the Singapore Exchange

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