Sulzer

FP&A Controller (German Speaker)

Spain · Work style not stated · Full time

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  • EmployerSulzer
  • LocationSpain
  • Work styleWork style not stated
  • Employment typeFull time
  • Employer posted

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

We are looking for a FP&A Controller (German Speaker) to join our Finance & Controlling team in our Madrid Center of Excellence. In this role, you will support several business entities across the DACH region, acting as a trusted finance partner and providing insightful financial analysis that drives business performance and strategic decision-making.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in an international environment, collaborating with stakeholders across different countries, and turning financial data into meaningful business insights.

Your main tasks and responsibilities

Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning activities for assigned entities.

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Prepare and analyze monthly financial results, identifying variances, risks and opportunities.

Support management reporting by providing meaningful analysis and recommendations.

Drive profitability analysis and business performance monitoring across key financial metrics.

Partner with Finance Business Partners and operational stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.

Monitor and analyze operating expenses, headcount, working capital and other key performance indicators.

Support month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting.

Participate in CAPEX planning, investment analysis and related reporting.

Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal controls and Sulzer financial policies.

Improve reporting processes, dashboards and financial planning tools through automation and standardization initiatives.

Collaborate closely with global and regional teams within the Sulzer Finance organization.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Madrid Finance Center of Excellence.

To succeed in this role, you will need

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related field.

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Controlling or similar finance roles.

Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and performance analysis.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.

Advanced Excel skills; experience with reporting and planning tools such as Tagetik, Qlik Sense, Power BI or ERP systems is considered an advantage.

Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders.

Experience working in an international or shared services environment is a plus.

Fluency in German and English is mandatory.

Additional European languages are a plus.

Proactive, collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

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 internationalteam.

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: Nuevos Ministerios

*Additional benefits may apply depending on the position and location.

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 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

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