Head of Commercial Finance EMEA 1508

Keller Executive Search; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 72.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A rapidly expanding global company is on the lookout for a Head of Commercial Finance to spearhead financial strategy across EMEA operations. This pivotal role involves collaborating closely with the regional General Manager and cross-functional teams to enhance profitability and drive market growth. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in commercial finance, with expertise in financial modeling and performance analytics. You'll have the chance to shape financial strategies in a dynamic, collaborative environment while contributing to the company’s ambitious growth. If you're ready to make a significant impact, this is the opportunity for you!

Servicios

Annual performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for remote work

Dynamic and collaborative environment

Formación

• 10+ years of experience in commercial finance, ideally in manufacturing or logistics.
• Fluency in English and Spanish required; willingness to travel 25%.

Responsabilidades

• Mentor team members and build advanced financial models for strategic planning.
• Provide forecasts and performance reports to guide decision-making.
• Collaborate with teams to maximize revenue streams and margins.

Conocimientos

Financial Modeling

Performance Analytics

P&L Management

Revenue Forecasting

Team Development

Process Optimization

Corporate Collaboration

Market Growth

Revenue Optimization

M&A Experience

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

MBA

CFA or CPA

Herramientas

SAP

Adaptive Insights

PowerBI

Salesforce

Descripción del empleo

A rapidly expanding global company is seeking a Head of Commercial Finance to lead financial strategy across its EMEA operations. Based in Madrid, this role will work closely with the regional General Manager and cross-functional teams to enhance profitability, drive market growth, and streamline financial processes. Our client is looking for a strategic leader who excels at delivering actionable insights, building robust financial models, and fostering collaboration across global teams to support the company’s ambitious growth in the EMEA region.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Development: Mentor and grow team members to strengthen organizational capacity and ensure operational continuity.
• Financial Modeling: Build advanced models to support strategic planning and annual budgeting processes.
• Performance Analytics: Provide detailed forecasts and performance reports to senior leadership to guide decision-making.
• Budget Collaboration: Work with department heads to create detailed, bottom-up budgets aligned with business goals.
• Process Optimization: Design and implement planning processes to improve efficiency in budgeting and forecasting across sales and operations.
• Accounting Support: Partner with accounting teams to perform variance analysis and support monthly close processes.
• Corporate Collaboration: Coordinate with the global corporate team to consolidate financial forecasts and align on key metrics.
• Market Growth: Identify, evaluate, and structure partnerships or transactions to boost market share and profitability.
• Revenue Optimization: Collaborate with commercial and operational teams to maximize revenue streams and margins.
• Reporting Systems: Utilize planning tools and analytics platforms to ensure disciplined execution against financial plans.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA, CFA, or CPA is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in commercial finance, ideally in manufacturing, logistics, or production sectors.
• Proficiency with SAP, Adaptive Insights, PowerBI, and Salesforce.
• Expertise in US GAAP and project-based revenue recognition.
• Strong background in P&L management, cash flow analysis, and revenue forecasting.
• Advanced skills in three-statement financial modeling.
• M&A experience and a track record in structuring transactions.
• International experience, preferably with public companies.
• Fluency in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
• Willingness to travel approximately 25%, including occasional trips to corporate headquarters.

This position offers a competitive salary range of €72,000–€90,000, complemented by an annual performance-based bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Initially remote, the role will transition to on-site work in Madrid once office renovations are complete. You’ll have the opportunity to shape financial strategy for a growing global company, work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, and contribute to transformative growth in the EMEA region.