Assistant Controller South Europe

Description

Summary: This role supports the Regional Controller in ensuring complete and accurate financial statements, compliance, and partnering with stakeholders on key accounting topics. Highlights: 1. Strengthen the financial backbone of Diabetes International 2. Develop leadership capabilities within a dynamic global organization 3. Contribute to the financial integrity of a rapidly evolving company At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world. **About the Role** ================== Are you ready to strengthen the financial backbone of Diabetes International? The Diabetes business is becoming an independent, publicly traded company focused on innovation, operational excellence, and growth in diabetes care. As a Assistant Controller – South Europe, you will support the Regional Controller in safeguarding the completeness and accuracy of the region’s financial statements, ensuring compliance, and partnering with stakeholders on key accounting and controlling topics. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your leadership capabilities while contributing to the financial integrity of a dynamic, global organization. This position is preferably based in Madrid, Spain, with flexibility for hybrid or remote work. You will report to the Regional Controller and collaborate closely with cross\-functional teams and Financial Shared Services. Occasional travel may be required to support business needs. **Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:** * Support the Regional Controller in ensuring the completeness and accuracy of regional financial statements. * Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly close deliverables. * Assist with revenue recognition analyses, accrual calculations, and variance explanations for management. * Liaise with Financial Shared Services to resolve accounting issues and enhance end\-to\-end processes. * Contribute to the preparation and coordination of local statutory audits and US GAAP reporting packs. * Generate and deliver financial reports, KPIs, and commentary to finance leadership and operational stakeholders. * Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and standardization, driving a mindset of continuous improvement. **Required Knowledge and Experience:** * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s or CPA/ACCA certification preferred). * 3\-5 years of progressive experience in financial reporting and controlling, ideally within a multinational environment. * Solid knowledge of local GAAP and US GAAP; familiarity with IFRS is a plus. * Hands\-on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred). * Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, paired with the ability to communicate complex financial topics clearly. * Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross\-functional teams and shared services. **Nice\-to\-Have:** * Background in process automation (e.g., Power BI, Python, Alteryx). * Exposure to tax compliance or transfer\-pricing topics in an international setting. \#BetterDaysStartNow **Physical Job Requirements** ============================= The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. **Benefits \& Compensation** ============================ **MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package** At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. **About MiniMed** ================= We want to make every day a better day for people living with diabetes. Our team of creative innovators around the globe share a passion for finding the simplest solutions to the problems that people with diabetes face on a daily basis. For more than 40 years, we've been redefining what's possible, from intelligent dosing systems designed for real life to predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and we're dedicated to continuing to support our customers through every step of their journey — meeting them where and how they need it.