Business Controller

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.

About the role

The Controller is responsible for supporting the financial integrity of the organization through accurate reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This role involves preparing financial statements, assisting with audits, and ensuring adherence to accounting standards and policies.

This job profile is intended for experienced professionals who apply practical knowledge of a job area and work independently with general supervision.

The Business Controller will serve as the primary financial liaison between local manufacturing operations and the Center of Excellence (CoE), ensuring seamless coordination and effective execution of key

financial and project management activities. Also ensure seamless coordination and effective execution of key financial processes.

Key responsibilities:

Ensure accurate tracking and management of sales and backlogs

Monitor customer order contract profitability and utilization metrics

Link strategic plans to operational and financial drivers, aligning sales and operations planning, resource management, capital projects, other expenses, and working capital planning.

Generate, model, and execute action plans to address performance gaps and improve overall site performance

Provide business planning, forecasting, and budgeting know how and support to the relevant stakeholders

Supervision and coordination of tasks with the Coe & BPO team.

Variance analysis

Responsible for managing internal reports.

Support to the Head Office on financial matters.

What you need you to succeed:

University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field

Minimum of 2 years of experience in Controlling

Proven track record in inventory management, cost control, and project management

Experience within the manufacturing sectors is preferred

Strong Knowledge of cost controlling, budgeting, and financial planning

Excellent communication skills to liaise between local operations, BPO and CoE

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Capacity to remain flexible and effective when facing challenges

Continuous improvement mindset

Experience with Tagetik and Qlik Sense is a plus

Understanding of integrated ERP systems is a plus

Strong MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) skills

Used to work with databases and reporting tools

Proficiency in English (C1)

What we offer you

A permanent contract.

A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.

Meal vouchers.

Access to a voluntary flexible compensation scheme allowing employees to optimize their salary package (e.g. health insurance, transport, childcare)

Be part of an experienced and international team.

A Good vibe working environment.

The opportunity to grow your career within a solid and well-established international company.

Be part of a dynamic organization undergoing continuous transformation and improvement.

Offices location: Rivas (Madrid)

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