Location & work modality:Rub Barcelona #LI Hybrid
Start: ASAP
Type of Contract: Full Time / Permanent
About Submer
The best way to introduce you to Submer is undoubtedly through our values: Sustainable Unique Bold Making Sense Empathetic and Reliable. If these resonate with you were sure you will find your place here in no time.
At Submer we believe that our digital world can be more sustainable more efficient and more environmentally friendly. Submer is solving the biggest problems of datacenter supercomputer hyperscale and edge applications to make that future possible.
Our multinational talented team has a huge passion in reducing IT environmental footprint and expertise in datacenter design and daytoday operations. Were scaling our team and operations worldwide to meet growing international demand.
What impact you will have
We are seeking an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) profile to lead and establish the FP&A function in a dynamic and growing manufacturing company with a global presence across North America and Europe. As the Head of FP&A you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust financial planning budgeting and forecasting processes providing insightful financial analysis and driving strategic initiatives that support growth and operational efficiency. This is a highimpact role working closely with senior leadership especially the CFO and business unit leaders to guide decisionmaking through datadriven financial insights.
What youll do
- FP&A Strategy and Leadership Develop and lead the FP&A function including creating a vision establishing frameworks and implementing best practices for the financial planning processes. Collaborate with senior management and the finance team to drive strategic financial decisionmaking. Partner with key stakeholders in the manufacturing operations sales and supply chain functions to integrate financial planning with business objectives. Lead the design and of a financial forecasting model that aligns with company goals longterm planning and operational realities in the manufacturing industry.
- Financial Planning & Budgeting Oversee the annual budgeting process ensuring alignment with the companys strategic plan and business goals. Build rolling forecast processes to adapt to changing market conditions and business dynamics. Partner with operations and production teams to align manufacturing costs capital expenditures and operational performance metrics with financial targets. Develop variance analysis reports identify key performance drivers and communicate financial performance to senior leadership.
- Financial Analysis & Reporting Deliver indepth financial analysis to assess business performance identify trends and provide actionable insights. Lead monthly and quarterly reporting processes including variance analysis KPI tracking and performance against targets. Provide detailed financial models and scenario analysis to assess potential risks and opportunities. Monitor market and industry trends to evaluate their financial impact on the company particularly in manufacturing and supply chain costs.
- Building and Managing FP&A Infrastructure Design and implement financial planning tools and systems to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Build datadriven automated financial models that can scale with the organization as it grows. Implement modern FP&A processes leveraging cloudbased software (e.g. Anaplan Adaptive Insights) and streamline reporting workflows for efficiency and accuracy. Develop and mentor a growing FP&A team fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. 5. Strategic Initiatives & Business Partnering Work closely with business unit leaders to evaluate strategic initiatives M&A opportunities and capital investment decisions. Provide financial leadership for longterm capital projects working capital management and manufacturing expansion. Serve as a strategic partner to operations finance and executive teams in decisionmaking processes around profitability cost optimization and operational improvements. Support strategic projects including cost reduction initiatives pricing strategies and profitability improvement measures across the business.
What youll need
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in FP&A roles Strong experience in manufacturing environments (required).
- Proven track record of building FP&A functions from scratch including the development of planning models budgeting systems and financial reporting tools.
- Experience working in modern datadriven organizations that leverage automation financial modeling tools (e.g. Abacum Pigment Anaplan etc. and realtime data analytics.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards (GAAP IFRS) and experience in managing complex crossfunctional budgets.
- Global experience or working within organizations with operations in North America and Europe is a plus.
- Ability to align financial planning processes with overall business strategy.
- Strong quantitative analytical and financial modeling skills.
- Proven ability to lead teams influence stakeholders and drive organizational change in a highgrowth environment.
- Advanced knowledge of financial modeling tools and ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle NetSuite) with a focus on automation and efficiency.
- Bachelors degree in finance Accounting Economics or related field. MBA or equivalent advanced degree is preferred. Professional certifications such as CFA CPA or CIMA are highly desirable.
What we offer
- Attractive compensation package reflecting your expertise and experience.
- Restaurant Pass.
- Private Health Insurance.
- Languages classes (English).
- A healthy work environment with fresh fruits to energise and an onsite gym for active breaks.
- A great work environment characterised by friendliness international diversity flexibility and a hybridfriendly approach.
- Youll be part of a fastgrowing scaleup with a mission to make a positive impact offering an exciting career evolution.
Our Inclusive Responsibility
Submer is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other protected category under applicable law.