Finance Controller - Banking

CGS; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global asset manager is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations of investment funds. This role requires strong expertise in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and cash flow management. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in financial management within investment funds and be fluent in both Spanish and English.

Formación

• Minimum of 12 years of financial management experience in investment funds or private equity.
• Strong analytical and forecasting capabilities.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee financial management of investment funds and SPVs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and investor reporting.
• Collaborate with external advisors for tax and financial strategies.

Conocimientos

Financial Reporting

Regulatory Compliance

Cash Flow Management

Analytical Skills

Financial Planning

Bilingual (Spanish, English)

Educación

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance

Descripción del empleo

Location : Madrid or Valencia, hybrid scheme

The company :

The firm combines independently driven investment strategies with the robust insights, risk management, analytics, and infrastructure of a world-class platform. As a global asset manager, their mission is to partner with clients to deliver outcome-oriented solutions that support their long-term financial goals.

Our client is looking to strengthen the team at their specialized land investment manager overseeing more than $12 billion in assets under management. With a diversified portfolio spanning geographies, crop types, tree species, and operating models, they provide institutional investors with unique access to global farmland and timberland opportunities. Backed by over 35 years of experience and a team of more than 230 professionals across 10 countries, our client combines global reach with deep, on-the-ground sector expertise.

The Financial Controller will oversee the financial management of a portfolio of investment funds and their associated Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs). This includes funds managed in partnership with external entities, as well as international funds requiring close collaboration with global teams. The role demands strong expertise in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, cash flow oversight, and complex fund structures. It also involves coordination with a wide range of external advisors across legal, tax, audit, IT, and insurance domains.

Lead the financial oversight of multiple investment funds, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and investor reporting requirements.

Manage SPV-level financial operations, including accounting, tax compliance, budgeting, and financial structuring.

Monitor cash flow across funds and SPVs, evaluating leverage and liquidity requirements.

Develop financial forecasts factoring in asset performance, operating expenses, and market dynamics.

Supervise payroll processes and ensure compliance with employment regulations across jurisdictions.

Oversee implementation and maintenance of IT systems that support financial reporting and internal controls.

Collaborate with tax advisors to optimize fund and SPV tax strategies while ensuring compliance in all operating regions.

Maintain and coordinate relationships with external advisors, including auditors, legal counsel, tax consultants, IT vendors, and insurers.

Ensure compliance with diverse regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions, in collaboration with legal and compliance functions.

Coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals across multiple countries to ensure financial accuracy and transparency.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.

Minimum of 12 years of financial management experience, ideally within investment funds, private equity, or real assets.

Strong analytical and forecasting capabilities with a hands-on approach to financial planning.

Fluent in both Spanish and English.