In brief
- Position: Commercial & Financial Controller
- Location: Madrid
- Experience: 5+ years in commercial and financial controlling, including solid experience in pricing and margin management
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Insud Pharma is a global pharmaceutical group operating across the entire value chain, offering specialized expertise and broad experience in scientific research, development, manufacturing, sales and marketing of a wide range of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), finished dosage forms (FDF) and branded pharmaceutical products, adding value to human and animal health.
Insud Pharma is organized into three synergistic business areas: Industrial (Chemo), Branded (Exeltis) and Biotech (mAbxience), with 10,000 professionals in more than 50 countries, 20 industrial plants, 15 specialized R&D centers, 12 commercial offices and more than 35 pharmaceutical affiliates, serving 1,150 customers in over 110 countries worldwide. At Insud Pharma, we strongly believe in innovation and sustainable development.
We are looking for a Commercial & Financial Controller to join our team in Madrid and take on a global, transversal Finance/Controlling role with responsibility for commercial controlling and corporate financial coordination across international entities.
This is a high-impact position for a finance professional who enjoys combining analytical depth, business understanding and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced multinational environment.
What are we looking for?
We are seeking a professional with strong expertise in commercial controlling, financial analysis and accounting, who can ensure the reliability, consistency and quality of financial information related to sales, pricing, margins, Capex, R&D investments and structural expenses.
The challenge!
- Analyze sales, pricing, margins and profitability by country, customer and product.
- Perform price reconciliations in both Tender and Non-Tender environments.
- Identify deviations versus Budget and Forecast, and propose improvement actions.
- Execute the monthly consolidated financial closing based on submissions from international entities.
- Ensure financial accuracy, detect inconsistencies and define corrective actions.
- Lead Budget and Forecast processes in line with Group requirements.
- Support entities during financial planning preparation and consolidate financial information.
- Analyze Capex projects and R&D investments, monitoring commitments and evaluating returns and key financial indicators.
- Monitor structural costs by department and identify operational deviations, risks and opportunities.
- Ensure alignment of international entities with Corporate deadlines, policies and ad hoc requirements.
- Maintain and promote the correct use of finance systems and reporting tools such as SAP, BW, QlikView, BPC and other reporting solutions.
- Work closely with Corporate Finance, Plant Directors, Commercial Management, R&D, Operations and Controlling teams.
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of finance processes and policies.
- Provide financial validation and constructive challenge on pricing decisions, investment proposals and budget deviations within defined thresholds.
- Present financial results, key deviations, risks and opportunities to senior management when required.
- Lead, coordinate and develop a team of 3–4 controllers.
What do you need?
- University degree in Business Administration, Economics or a similar field.
- Strong experience in Commercial Controlling and financial analysis.
- At least 3–4 years of specific experience in pricing analysis and margin management, including Tender and Non-Tender environments.
- Solid and demonstrable accounting background, including financial accounting and reconciliation processes.
- Deep understanding of industrial and commercial business models.
- Good understanding of Capex, R&D and cost structures.
- Advanced Excel and expert use of Office tools.
- ERP knowledge, preferably SAP.
- Experience with Business Intelligence tools such as BW, QlikView, BPC and Power BI.
- Previous broader experience in accounting and finance roles will be highly valued.
- Experience working in multinational environments.
- Fluent English.
We will also value:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional influencing abilities.
- High analytical rigor and attention to detail.
- Results-oriented mindset and continuous improvement approach.
- Ability to perform effectively in high-ambiguity environments and manage changing priorities.
- Strong relationship-building skills across different functions and organizational levels.
What we offer
- Permanent contract
- A global role within an international pharmaceutical company
- A strategic position with high visibility and exposure to key business areas
- Team leadership responsibility in a cross-functional environment
- Professional development opportunities in a dynamic and challenging setting
What will the selection process look like? ️
- Initial contact with our Talent team
- Interview with the Recruitment team
- First Teams Interview with the Hiring Manager.
- Onsite interview and business case with Hiring Manager and relevant stakeholders
- Ongoing communication throughout the process
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At Insud Pharma, we are committed to equal opportunities in all our selection and professional development processes. We promote diverse and inclusive workplaces and ensure non-discrimination on the basis of gender, age, ethnicity, origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other personal, physical or social condition.
