F&B Cost Controller - Drive Margins & Insights

Puente Romano; Málaga; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Professional development

Advanced financial tools

Supportive remote team culture

Career progression potential

Job summary

Puente Romano is seeking an experienced Controller Financiero with a strong emphasis on costs for a fully remote finance team. The role focuses on cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and robust internal controls across regions, enabling profitability in a digitally-driven business.

The candidate will analyze complex cost structures, develop models, and support cost-saving initiatives while ensuring regulatory compliance and clear reporting for internal and external audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 5+ years in financial controlling, cost accounting, or management accounting.
• Experience with cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Proficient in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and Excel.
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; remote work capability.
• Knowledge of BI tools (Power BI/Tableau) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cost accounting systems and procedures.
• Analyze cost data across manufacturing, operations, and admin areas.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual cost-focused reports with variance analysis.
• Collaborate with managers to set budgets and forecasts.
• Implement internal controls to protect assets and ensure accuracy.
• Build financial models for new projects and investments.
• Evaluate cost performance of products/services and identify savings.
• Support audits with cost data and documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement in cost management processes.

Skills

Cost accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

ERP SAP/Oracle

Excel

BI tools

Spanish

English

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Master's or CPA/CMA (strong advantage)

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

About the Role Our client, a rapidly growing international e-commerce company, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller Financiero con Enfoque en Costos to join their fully remote finance department. This role is critical for enhancing cost management strategies, optimizing financial reporting, and ensuring the profitability of operations across different regions. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing complex cost structures, developing budgeting and forecasting models, and implementing robust internal controls. This position offers the unique advantage of working entirely remotely, providing flexibility and autonomy to the right professional. We are committed to building a distributed team of top talent, and this role is integral to our financial planning and analysis capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to shape cost management practices in a dynamic, digitally-focused business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed cost accounting systems and procedures.
• Analyze manufacturing, operational, and administrative costs, identifying key drivers and trends.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, focusing on cost analysis and variance explanations.
• Collaborate with department managers to establish budgets and forecasts, providing guidance on cost control measures.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy.
• Assist in the preparation of financial models for new projects and investments, evaluating cost-benefit scenarios.
• Evaluate the financial performance of products, services, and projects, recommending cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate cost-related data and documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems related to cost management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a Master's degree or professional certification (CPA, CMA) is a strong advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial controlling, cost accounting, or management accounting, preferably within a manufacturing or e-commerce environment.
• Proven expertise in cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in financial ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Knowledge of business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.
• Fluency in Spanish and English is required.
• Must be authorized to work remotely within Spain.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of a growing international company.
• Access to advanced financial tools and technologies.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture.
• Potential for career advancement into higher management positions.