Sulzer Careers : Finance Business Partner R&D and Finance Projects (94523)

卵決敲; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading engineering company seeks a Finance Business Partner R&D to support financial analysis for R&D projects. This full-time position based in Madrid involves CAPEX management, collaboration with stakeholders, and financial reporting. Candidates need a business degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience.

Servicios

Competitive salary with variable remuneration

Permanent contract

Formación

• Min. 5-7 years of experience in financial analysis or controlling.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Fluency in English; German is beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Support financial analysis and decision-making for R&D.
• Manage R&D CAPEX and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Lead cross-divisional finance projects.

Conocimientos

Financial Analysis

Controlling

Excel

Strong Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Educación

Degree in Business Administration (Accounting, Finance, or Controlling)

Herramientas

SAP (FI / CO Modules)

QlikSense

QlikView

SharePoint

Descripción del empleo

Finance Business Partner R&D and Finance Projects - Full Time - Madrid, Spain

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.

We are looking for a Finance Business Partner R&D and Finance Projects to join our CT Technology & Innovation team in Spain. You will support the division FP&A manager, division Controller, and division head of R&D with financial analysis.

Your main tasks and responsibilities :

• Supporting the division FP&A manager, division Controller, and partnering with the division head of R&D by delivering comprehensive and timely financial information for business management and decision-making.
• Planning and managing R&D CAPEX, ensuring effective resource allocation and utilization of capital assets throughout their lifecycle.
• Monitoring and controlling Cost Centers and actual CAPEX spending.
• Collaborating with R&D department stakeholders to define costing outcomes, develop cost frameworks, and ensure accurate cost control with a focus on optimizing R&D operations.
• Leading cross-divisional finance projects, showcasing project management and finance skills (e.g., NWC review, finance tool improvements, operational excellence).
• Performing month-end closing activities, including variance and root cause analysis (actual, budget, forecast).
• Providing rolling forecasts to reflect changing business and economic conditions.
• Performing plan analytics to identify risks and opportunities, developing risk management strategies, and providing actionable insights to mitigate financial risks.
• Contributing to the bi-monthly preparation of the business review presentation.
• Handling various ad-hoc reporting requests to equip R&D stakeholders with financial understanding.
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes for the R&D department.
• Identifying and coordinating continuous improvement initiatives for the controlling function.
• Driving automation of reports (QlikSense, QlikView, SharePoint) and finance process optimization.

To succeed in this role you will need :

• A degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting, Finance, or Controlling.
• Min. 5-7 years of experience in financial analysis or controlling, including exposure to R&D controlling.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with SAP (FI / CO modules) and business application tools.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with senior leadership and other key stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Strong analytical skills with high energy to drive results.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize responsibilities, tasks, and processes.
• A positive, flexible, and adaptive approach with a team player attitude.
• Fluency in English; German is beneficial.

What we offer you :

• A competitive salary along with participation in a variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.
• Permanent contract.

No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.

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 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK, and the USA.

Note: This position is currently active and accepting applications.

Key Skills

Disaster Recovery, ICT, Data Management, Instrument Maintenance, Light Bus and Heavy Bus, AC Maintenance

Employment Type : Contract

Experience : 5-7 years

Vacancy : 1