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Sulzer

FINANCIAL DIRECTOR

Madrid

FULL TIME

October 17, 2024

GF_Finance & Controlling, Accounting-E484
FINANCIAL DIRECTOR - Full Time - Madrid, Spain

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

We are looking for a/an FINANCIAL DIRECTOR to join our GF_Finance & Controlling, Accounting team in Spain .

Your main tasks and responsibilities:

  • Monthly reports for revenues and expenditures and all other controlling aspects of the Business Unit on a country; manages BU country costs; assists in the analysis of inventory balances and cycle count results; analyses and interprets accounting transactions, records, and reports during and outside of the period close.
  • Supports Business Partners and stakeholders by delivering comprehensive, complete and timely financial information for the purpose of business management and decision making.
  • Oversees end-to-end financial close and internal reporting process.
  • Oversees and co-ordinates the planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes with the business partners.
  • Provides financial tools, monitors and controls capital expenditure.
  • Analyses deviations between Actual, rolling forecast and budget and be proactive in supporting Business Partners in creating plans to close identified gaps and implement improvements.
  • Monthly submissions of VAT reports, and income tax support to our tax advisor.
  • Supports Business Partners in cost reduction / process improvement initiatives.
  • Reports and drives actions relevant to NWC and respective KPI’s.
  • Manages and empowers direct reports to manage the day-to-day aspects of the processes.
  • Enforces internal controls that adhere to corporate policies and guidelines as well as local laws.
  • Delivers effective, timely communication on all relevant issues to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Identifies and manages continuous improvement initiatives for the Accounting & Controlling function.
  • Supports Business Partners in review and analysis of financial impact of strategic initiatives and investment opportunities.
  • Reviews and assesses together with business partners all provisions relevant to factory risks.
  • Optimizes NWC performance of the entity.
  • Supports internal and external audits in operational / new business-related financial matters.
  • Ensures ICS enforcement within the entity / factory.
  • Supports the GPOs in establishing procedures for the Accounting & Controlling.


To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Degree in Finance: A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required. An MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is highly desirable.
  • Industrial and Factory Experience: Strong background in finance within industrial or factory settings, with a deep understanding of financial management in a manufacturing environment.
  • Team Management: Proven experience managing and empowering a team, including day-to-day operations, performance management, and team development.
  • Financial Reporting and Analysis: Expertise in preparing monthly reports for revenues and expenditures, and analysing accounting transactions, inventory balances, and other financial aspects. Strong understanding of cost control and budget management.
  • GAAP and IFRS Compliance: Solid experience managing financial reporting and operations under GAAP and IFRS, ensuring all financial activities meet these standards.
  • Financial Planning: Experience overseeing financial close processes, budgeting, and forecasting, as well as providing financial tools and capital expenditure monitoring.
  • Business Partnering: Demonstrated ability to support business partners with comprehensive financial information for decision-making, assist in cost reduction initiatives, and create action plans to address financial gaps.
  • Internal Controls and Compliance: Strong understanding of internal controls, ensuring adherence to corporate policies, local laws, and regulations. Experience supporting audits and enforcing internal control systems (ICS).
  • Continuous Improvement: A proactive approach to identifying and managing continuous improvement initiatives within the Accounting & Controlling function.
  • Tax Knowledge and Support: In-depth knowledge of tax topics, including VAT queries from internal stakeholders. Experience providing assistance during tax audits.
  • Speak fluent Engish and Spanish.


What we offer you:

  • A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.
  • Restaurant tickets.
  • Permanent contract.
  • Accident insurance.


No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role

Our team is looking forward hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2024 in Brazil, China, Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States.


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