Strategic Finance Controller & Team Leader

AXA Partners; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AXA Partners is seeking a Head of Financial Controlling to drive timely, accurate financial reporting and strategic planning for the local business unit. You will lead a talented team, partner with the Central Finance team, and deliver insightful analyses that influence executive decisions.

With 5+ years in financial controlling, you will guide budgeting, forecasting, and performance reviews, while maintaining strong controls and excellent stakeholder communication across the organization.

Qualifications

• 5 years of proven experience in financial controlling, including FP&A, reporting and controls.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Highly organized with rigorous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for local business with Central Finance.
• Prepare dashboards and monthly/quarterly reports; highlight risks and opportunities.
• Manage and develop a high-performing finance team; ensure deadlines and resource planning.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects and provide ad-hoc financial analyses.

Skills

Leadership

Advanced Excel

English Proficiency

BI tools

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Planning & organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Economics

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

AXA Partners is seeking a Head of Financial Controlling to drive timely, accurate financial reporting and strategic planning for the local business unit. You will lead a talented team, partner with the Central Finance team, and deliver insightful analyses that influence executive decisions.

With 5+ years in financial controlling, you will guide budgeting, forecasting, and performance reviews, while maintaining strong controls and excellent stakeholder communication across the organization.