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Business Controller in Madrid

On-site in Madrid·Added 2 months ago (last checked 30 Oct)

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Michael Page España

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Our summary

Salary: €50,000 - €60,000 a year
About €2,960 - €3,460 a month after tax.
Hours: Jornada intensiva on Fridays
Work mode: On-site, Madrid
Contract: Permanent
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Benefits: Meal vouchers

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Skills

Michael Page España is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Madrid.

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Essential experience in Big4 auditing. English level B2-C1.
At least 5 years of professional experience.
Essential experience in External Audit in Big4 or similar.
Experience in developing financial models, business analysis, and preparing budgets and forecasts.
High level of English (B2-C1).

Nice to have

Experience in Transactions or as a Controller for an end client is highly valued.
Additional experience is highly valued in:
- Transaction Services, Deals, or Corporate Finance departments within Big4.
- Controlling, FP&A, Business Planning positions, or financial areas of companies with dynamic environments.
Previous experience in Telecommunications, Retail, or similar is highly valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

The company offers a competitive salary based on the candidate's value: €50,000 - €60,000.
10% bonus.
22 vacation days + 2 personal days.
Schedule from 9:30 to 18:00, Monday to Thursday.
Half-day Fridays.
€75 per month restaurant voucher.
Work model: on-site.
Offices located in the northern area of Madrid (Alcobendas)
Parking space.

The role

Reporting to the Finance Director and Management, the Controller will be responsible for providing financial and business analysis to monitor the company's performance, identify improvement opportunities, and support Management's strategic decision-making. The selected person will participate in the preparation of projections, ad hoc analysis, and the monitoring of key initiatives for the company's growth.

What you'll do

Prepare financial and operational analyses to support Management's decision-making.
Participate in the preparation, monitoring, and updating of the company's Business Plan.
Develop financial models and projection scenarios to evaluate business evolution.
Analyze variances between actual results, budget, and forecast, proposing corrective measures when necessary.
Prepare closing reports and financial reporting for Management and the Group, explaining the main business variations and trends.
Provide support in the preparation of financial statements, external audits, and corporate information requirements.
Design and maintain dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Perform profitability, operational efficiency, and cost optimization opportunity analyses.
Prepare executive presentations and reports for Management and other relevant stakeholders.
Collaborate closely with the various business areas to understand operational and financial drivers.
Participate in cross-functional projects related to growth, transformation, and process improvement.
Support the finance team in strategic planning and corporate analysis initiatives.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

CV registration
Consultant contact
With a specialist Michael Page consultant
If they see that your experience and motivations fit the values and needs of a hiring company, they will contact you to start the selection process: they will learn about your expectations, answer your questions and help you prepare for each stage of the process.
Company interview
With a client company
If your application progresses, we will help you prepare for the interview with useful information about the company, its culture and what it looks for in a profile like yours.
Final stage and negotiation · With a client company

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Support continues after the contract is signed.
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About Michael Page España

Michael Page is a global recruitment consultancy and part of PageGroup, one of the world's leading professional recruitment firms. The company specializes in placing mid-to-senior level professionals across a wide range of sectors, including technology, engineering, finance, sales, and human resources. With a strong presence in Spain, Michael Page operates offices in major cities and offers services such as executive search, temporary staffing, and outsourcing solutions.