FP&A Controller (German Speaker)
Description
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
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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.
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Support management reporting by providing meaningful analysis and recommendations.
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Drive profitability analysis and business performance monitoring across key financial metrics.
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Partner with Finance Business Partners and operational stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.
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Monitor and analyze operating expenses, headcount, working capital and other key performance indicators.
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Support month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting.
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Participate in CAPEX planning, investment analysis and related reporting.
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Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal controls and Sulzer financial policies.
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Improve reporting processes, dashboards and financial planning tools through automation and standardization initiatives.
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Collaborate closely with global and regional teams within the Sulzer Finance organization.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Madrid Finance Center of Excellence.
To succeed in this role, you will need
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Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related field.
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Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Controlling or similar finance roles.
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Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and performance analysis.
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.
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Advanced Excel skills; experience with reporting and planning tools such as Tagetik, Qlik Sense, Power BI or ERP systems is considered an advantage.
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Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
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Experience working in an international or shared services environment is a plus.
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Fluency in German and English is mandatory.
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Additional European languages are a plus.
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Proactive, collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
What we offer you
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A permanent contract.
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A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.
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Meal vouchers.
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Access to a voluntary flexible compensation scheme allowing employees to optimize their salary package (e.g. health insurance, transport, childcare)
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Be part of an experienced and international team.
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A Good vibe working environment.
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The opportunity to grow your career within a solid and well-established international company.
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Be part of a dynamic organization undergoing continuous transformation and improvement.
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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.