Financial Analyst

WERFEN is a global leader in specialized diagnostics in the fields of hemostasis, acute care, autoimmunity, transfusion, and transplant. Our core business revolves around the research and development, manufacturing, and distribution of diagnostic innovative systems for hospitals and clinical laboratories, for the improvement of patient care.We are a family-owned company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain.🌎 We have a direct presence in over 30 countries and distribute our products in more than 100 countries worldwide.🩵Our Purpose: We contribute to the advancement of patient care around the world through innovative specialized diagnostics. The Patient is always at the center of our strategies, decisions, and everything we do.🧬Our DNA: We are passionate about our work. Everything we do, we do in service to the healthcare community.🏢 +7,000 collaborators are part of our family, JOIN US AND LET US CONTINUE GROWING TOGETHER. Job Summary We are looking for a Finance Manager to expatriate in one of the 30+ Werfen affiliates or Technology Centers, in a minimum 3-year assignment.This position is to first have an initial onboarding program in Barcelona Headquarters for 1-2 years. During this period, the selected candidate will be appointed as Finance Analyst to receive a solid induction of Werfen and the Finance function, before moving to one of our subsidiaries worldwide as Finance Manager.An excellent opportunity to take on a management role in a short period of time with key responsibilities within a global leader in the Diagnostics field. Which given our size and reach can offer plenty of excellent growth and development opportunities in the mid-long term.The Finance Manager at Werfen affiliate is a key strategic role.He/She is responsible for providing financial oversight and leadership of Werfen’s businesses in the country, contributing to the results optimization through analysis, procedure implementation and risk management. He/she provides a comprehensive and highly qualified financial and business support to the General Manager and Business Areas.The Financial Analyst at Barcelona Headquarters plays a key role in analyzing financial data and the performance of Werfen, supporting in corporate projects, supporting in corporate Closing, contributing in special projects to be assigned, among a variety of other tasks.Key AccountabilitiesFinance Manager Accounting/Tax/Audit/Legal:Oversee preparation of the Financial Statements. Prepare the corporate reporting for Headquarters on a monthly basis.Ensure all the international standards and local requirements are followed properly.Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the financial department and cash-flow.Manage financial audits and produce recommendations for the improvement of procedures.Lead the implementation of the corporate procedures in the affiliate.Establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and safeguards.Identify risk (taxes, accounting, etc.).Ensure compliance of all tax regulations and optimizing taxes.Supervise the processing of payrolls, hiring and dismissal of personnel, and management of the personnel training records.Finance Business PartnerProvide financial and business analysis to support all activities and projects in the country and guarantee an adequate monitoring and decision-making process.Provide constant analysis of the profitability of the business.PL by customer analysis, pricing, and margins analysis.Give support and insights to the General Manager and Department Directors to help take commercial decisions.Lead the preparation of financial outlooks and financials forecast for decision making.Manage and coordinate the functions of financial planning and budget management of the company.Monitor and analyze the monthly operational results against budget and prior year.Propose and lead initiatives to minimize expenses and maximize profit.Coordinate with commercial departments conditions with customers (profitability analysis, payment terms, limit of credit, pricing, discounts, etc…)Key Networks/Relationships – Finance Manager Interaction with senior management.This position requires cooperation with all the department managers of the affiliate as well as with corporate back office departments (IT, Supply Chain, Corporate Finance, Controlling, etc ) to ensure complete information and analysis.Key AccountabilitiesFinancial Analyst Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements.Analyze periodic reports of actual and budget data.Organize and present relevant financial information for effective decision-making.Continuously improve the quality and reliability of financial information provided.Perform detailed analysis, including expenditure analysis and cash flow assessments.Assess the financial impact of strategic and operational actions.Lead ad hoc financial projects as needed.Key Networks/Relationships – Financial Analyst Interaction with senior management.Interaction with finance teams around the world, including corporate finance managers and subsidiaries.Minimum Knowledge and experience required for the position:Bachelor’s and master’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. More than 5 years of experience in M&A in a Big4 firm or in a corporate setting.Experience in finance with multinational companies, including consolidation work, might be considered.Extensive knowledge of advanced accounting and financial reporting concepts, principles, and practices.Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.Experience with digital finance applications will be considered a plus.Familiarity with the accounting system SAP will also be a plus.Proficiency in written and spoken English; other language skills desired.Skills & Capabilities:M&A experience, including opportunity identification, financial analysis, due diligence, agreement negotiation, and the achievement of financial synergies.Experience in financial modelling and analysis.Strategic thinking.Excellent presentation skills.Ability to influence and persuade.Excellent time management and organizational skills.Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.Exceptional problem-solving skills.Mastery of logical reasoning.Above average communication skills.Ability to work in teams and collaborate with diverse groups of people.Mandatory medium to long term international mobility