R&D Project Controller – Group Projects

SEAT·Martorell

What they offer

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time hours.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    SEAT doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Martorell

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

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Education & certifications

  • Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, and Accounting, Industrial Engineering with a specialization in Finance, or equivalent qualification. Postgraduate studies or a master's degree in Finance, Financial Management, Accounting and Auditing, Business Analytics, or Data Science applied to Finance will be highly valued.
  • Having certifications related to project management, data analytics, process automation, or artificial intelligence applied to the financial field will be considered a plus.

Languages

  • Advanced English (minimum B2) and German is valued.

At SEAT, we firmly believe in the power of diversity and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our culture, where every person can be authentically free and authentically themselves. We work with passion to create an environment where every voice is heard and valued, ensuring equal opportunities for all people, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, cultural identity, age, beliefs or any other form of diversity.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is a priority that we demand of ourselves every day.

Job description

SEAT S.A. is the only company that designs, develops, manufactures and markets cars in Spain. Integrated into the Volkswagen Group, the multinational, with headquarters in Martorell (Barcelona). SEAT S.A. already offers the latest technology in connectivity in its vehicle range and is immersed in a global digitalization process to drive the mobility of the future.

"Inspire, Dare, Succeed, Team up", are the 4 values that guide us in our day-to-day and in our relationships with our colleagues and stakeholders, they represent the essence of our culture and are our DNA.

At SEAT, we work with autonomy, we live honesty and we challenge the status quo with courage. We challenge ourselves continuously because we believe we can achieve anything, we experiment and we learn from mistakes when we get it wrong. We offer support and ask for help when needed and, together, we share and celebrate successes.

We are looking to add a person to the R&D Project Controlling team who will contribute to decision-making for strategic Research and Development projects carried out for different Volkswagen Group companies. This position represents a unique opportunity to work in an international environment, collaborating with different Group companies and stakeholders, and contributing to the decision-making that will drive some of the most relevant innovation projects in the sector.

Your main responsibilities will be:

  • Plan and control R&D projects (by milestones and areas) for those assigned, according to the financial targets set by the company. Manage the allocation of resources by project and by area (Internal/External).
  • Analyze deviations and implement corrective measures that ensure financial targets are met, mitigating risks and capitalizing on opportunities.
  • Prepare short- and long-term planning (PR, Budget, Forecast) for assigned projects, ensuring their proper sizing (by milestone and area), as well as preparing the profit and loss statement, Net Cash Flow, and monitoring collections. Identify risks and opportunities associated with the project at each planning status.
  • Ensure that all projects presented in the system have a funding source within the PR or BG. Approve resources, within the project control system, in accordance with current regulations, ensuring, beforehand, a proper distribution by area, a reasonable value of requirements, and a reasonable distribution between internal and external resources.
  • Ensure the correct allocation of costs in the project control systems in accordance with accounting and tax regulations at each accounting close. Ensure timely invoicing for projects for other VW Group companies.
  • Analyze and monitor project progress by milestones, comparing actual versus planned data, mitigating risks and capitalizing on opportunities to achieve the set goals.
  • Advise the area in decision-making through timely monitoring with project managers.

2. Experience and knowledge

  • Consolidated experience (between 3 and 5 years) in Controlling or Finance, economic project management, financial analysis, or Project Controlling environments.
  • A solid understanding of the main corporate financial processes (management control, financial accounting, treasury, and financial reporting, and main corporate tax concepts) is required, as well as the ability to interpret financial statements (Profit and Loss Account, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow) and understand their impact on business decision-making.
  • Experience or exposure to different areas of Finance (controlling, financial accounting, reporting, treasury, taxation, or financial transformation) is highly valued, as is participation in international environments or cross-functional projects.
  • A cross-functional contribution within Finance is expected, collaborating with areas such as Controlling, Accounting, Treasury and Tax & Customs, participating in cross-departmental projects and developing an end-to-end vision of the financial function, with the ability to adapt to different processes and regulatory environments.

Digital mindset and skills

  • Digital mindset and familiarity with Artificial Intelligence tools (Copilot, GenAI, or other digital solutions).
  • Ability to leverage new technologies and digital tools (Power BI, Power Automate, or other automation solutions) in order to optimize and digitalize processes, improve efficiency, and support decision-making.
  • Ability to transform data into relevant information for decision-making and use data analysis as a lever to generate business value.

Key competencies

  • Continuous learning and growth mindset, with an interest in expanding knowledge and developing across different areas of Finance (Controlling, Accounting, Treasury, Tax & Customs or Financial Transformation).
  • Openness to change and innovation (ability to explore new technologies, methodologies, and ways of working, constructively challenging the status quo).
  • Strategic vision and business orientation (ability to understand the financial impact of business decisions, connect different functional areas, and provide a cross-functional perspective that facilitates decision-making and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams).
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving orientation.
  • Influence and cross-functional collaboration skills.

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About the company

SEAT

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