Senior European Controller
Job description
Nippon Gases is one of the leading companies in the industrial and medical gases business in Europe. Serving over 150,000 customers and 350,000 patients across 13 countries, we offer a comprehensive range of gas-based solutions tailored to sectors including healthcare, food, electronics, manufacturing, chemicals, electronics, and energy among many others.
The Senior European Controller will be located in the European headquarters, Madrid, with a direct report to the European CFO, also located in Madrid.
The European Holding of Nippon Gases Europe monitors the development of the different European regions. To support our projected growth in the coming years, our Finance team is looking for an experienced Controller to join the team and help monitor our European regions.
We’re looking for an exceptional individual with extensive experience. The Senior European Controller will show excellent critical thinking skills, including the ability to quickly assimilate new information, identify patterns, make sound decisions and develop creative solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor closing activities, including the analysis of the development of the business.
- Support the organization with Accounting and Tax analysis and assessments.
- Promotion and development of the Consolidation tool (FCCS).
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors
- Support strategic initiatives such as M&A, system implementations, and process improvements.
Job requirements
Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
- Fluency in English and Spanish. Other languages are a plus.
- More than15 years of experience of which, at least 6 of themauditing in Big four.
- Experience with FCCS/PBCS or Hyperion (HFM).
- Occasional travelling may be required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master or MBA.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA /ACCA or ACA) .
- Prior industry experience.
Required Skills:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
- Experienced Excel user – our objective is to automate in FCCS/PBCS and reduce manual work.
- Critical thinking skills, including the ability to quickly assimilate new information, recognize patterns, and make sound, data-driven decisions.
- Capable of developing innovative solutions that support and adapt to the company’s projected growth and evolving business needs.
- Positive attitude, desire to learn, self-motivated and effective team player.
- Ability to work independently and be flexible.
Why join Nippon Gases?
At Nippon Gases, we’re a reliable partner for key industries, combining global expertise with a local touch to make a real difference. Guided by our commitment to sustainability, we drive innovation through cutting-edge technology and a strong R&D network. Here, you’ll have the autonomy to own your career, with the chance to work on projects that impact communities and shape a carbon-neutral future.
Discover a place where you’ll play a key role in solutions that power major industries and make a difference in everyday life. At Nippon Gases, our technologies support countless essential processes — often behind the scenes — that keep food fresh, enhance electronic chip production, purify water, and provide critical respiratory treatments. With a solid, diversified presence across Europe, we’re a reliable and stable company dedicated to constant innovation and to creating a healthier, more sustainable future.
Being part of The Gas Professionals will lead you to:
Think beyond the visible to explore and develop new solutions for a sustainable tomorrow.
Move and challenge yourself with the support of a collaborative team and inspiring leaders.
Grow amplify your talent to its fullest potential, reaching as far as you aim
What we offer:
Remuneration and Benefits : We offer a range of bonuses, long-term incentives, competitive salaries, which we review each year to remain competitive in the market. In addition, we have a wide range of benefits as a company, you can choose what suits you best: childcare, transport card, pension plan, sports package, health insurance, etc.- Worklife balance : We have 26 days off a year! Plus, the 24th and 31st of December.
- Flexible schedule : you'll have the freedom to adjust your work hours to accommodate your personal needs and responsibilities.
- Home Office Policy : With our hybrid work plan, you can enjoy working from the comfort of your home.
- Diversity and inclusion : Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected. A place where individual talent is recognised and nurtured.
- Sustainability : We enable a carbon neutral world. Nippon Gases spearheads the efforts to achieving zero CO2 emissions by helping industries in transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources.
- Safety first : We create a safe environment where our employees can thrive. In the past two decades, we have been honored 17 times as the safest company in Europe by the Industrial Gases Association (EIGA).
About Us
Nippon Gases is one of the leading companies in the industrial and medical gases business in Europe. We service more than 150,000 customers and have a diversified involvement in broad industries such as healthcare, food, manufacturing, metallurgy, chemical products, electronics and energy. We aim to create social value through innovative gas solutions that increase industrial productivity, enhance human well-being and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Making life better through gas technology.
What can you expect from us?
We are an industrial company in which safety and integrity come first, as it could not be otherwise. We bet on the talent of each of our employees, creating opportunities for development and learning, as well as offering an environment of personal conciliation. Our employees are the key to achieve high customer satisfaction and be, day by day, your choice. We have a high commitment to society and respect for the environment. These values make us a great company with solid and continuous financial results.
Equal Opportunity Employment Policy
Nippon Gases is a company committed to equality and promotes an inclusive work environment free of any type of discrimination and harassment. We believe that the diversity of talent strengthens and increases our success. We have equality policies that guarantee employability and increase opportunities for all candidates.
