R&D Project Controller – Group Projects

Description

**Description:** ---------------- SEAT S.A. is the only company in Spain that designs, develops, manufactures, and markets automobiles. As part of the Volkswagen Group, this multinational corporation is headquartered in Martorell (Barcelona). SEAT S.A. already offers the latest connectivity technology across its vehicle range and is undergoing a global digital transformation to drive future mobility. **"Inspire to Dare, To Succeed, As a Team"**, these four values guide our daily work and relationships with colleagues and stakeholders; they represent the essence of our culture and constitute our DNA. At SEAT, we work with **autonomy**, live **honesty**, and courageously challenge the **status quo**. We continuously **challenge ourselves**, because we believe we can **achieve everything, experiment, and learn from mistakes** when we err. We provide support and ask for help when needed, and together, we **share and celebrate** successes. **We are seeking to incorporate a person into the R\&D Project Controlling team to provide financial support for strategic Research and Development projects carried out for various companies within the Volkswagen Group. This position represents a unique opportunity to work in an international environment, collaborating with different companies and stakeholders across the Group, and contributing to decision-making that will drive some of the sector’s most relevant innovation projects.** Your main responsibilities will be: * Plan and control I\+D projects (by milestones and areas) assigned to you, according to the financial targets set by the company. Manage resource allocation per project and per area (Internal/External). * Analyze deviations and implement corrective measures to ensure financial targets, mitigate risks, and capitalize on opportunities. * Prepare short- and long-term planning (PR, Budget, Forecast) for assigned projects, ensuring their proper sizing (by milestone and areas), as well as preparing the profit-and-loss statement, Net Cash Flow (Net cash flow), and revenue tracking. Identify associated Risks and Opportunities at each planning status. * Ensure all projects submitted in Gremio have a funding source within the PR or BG. Approve resources within the project control system in accordance with current regulations, ensuring beforehand a correct distribution by areas, a reasonable valuation of requirements, and a balanced allocation between internal and external resources. * Ensure accurate cost allocation in project control systems in compliance with accounting and tax regulations for each accounting close. Guarantee timely billing of projects to other Volkswagen Group companies. * Analyze and monitor milestone-based project deviations between actual and planned data, mitigating risks and capitalizing on opportunities to ensure target achievement. * Advise the department in decision-making through timely follow-up with project leads. **Requirements** **1\. Academic Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Management, Economics, Finance and Accounting, Industrial Engineering with specialization in Finance, or equivalent qualification. Postgraduate studies or a Master’s degree in Finance, Financial Management, Accounting and Auditing, Business Analytics, or Data Science applied to Finance will be highly valued. * Certifications related to project management, data analytics, process automation, or artificial intelligence applied to finance will be considered a strong advantage. **2\. Experience and Knowledge:** * Proven experience (3–5 years) in Controlling or Finance, economic project management, financial analysis, or Project Controlling environments. * Solid understanding of key corporate financial processes (management control, financial accounting, treasury, financial reporting, and core concepts of corporate taxation), as well as the ability to interpret financial statements (Profit-and-Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow) and understand their impact on business decision-making. * Experience or exposure to diverse Finance domains (Controlling, Financial Accounting, Reporting, Treasury, Taxation, or Financial Transformation) — as well as participation in international environments or cross-functional projects — is highly desirable. * Expected to contribute cross-functionally within Finance, collaborating with departments such as Controlling, Accounting, Treasury, and Tax \& Customs; participating in inter-departmental projects; and developing an end-to-end view of the Finance function, with adaptability to diverse processes and regulatory environments. **Mindset and Digital Skills:** * Digital mindset and familiarity with Artificial Intelligence tools (Copilot, GenAI, or other digital solutions). * Ability to leverage new technologies and digital tools (Power BI, Power Automate, or other automation solutions) to optimize and digitize processes, improve efficiency, and support decision-making. * Ability to transform data into actionable insights for decision-making and use data analytics as a lever to generate business value. **Key Competencies:** * Continuous learning and growth mindset, with interest in expanding knowledge and developing expertise across Finance domains (Controlling, Accounting, Treasury, Tax \& Customs, or Financial Transformation). * Openness to change and innovation (capacity to explore new technologies, methodologies, and ways of working, constructively questioning the status quo). * Strategic vision and business orientation (ability to understand the financial impact of business decisions, connect different functional areas, and provide a cross-functional perspective to facilitate decision-making and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams). * Analytical thinking and problem-solving orientation. * Influencing ability and cross-functional collaboration. **3\-Languages:** * Advanced English (minimum B2) and German is an asset. *At SEAT, we firmly believe in the power of* ***diversity*** *and* ***inclusion*** *as fundamental pillars of our culture, where every individual can be authentically free and freely authentic. We work passionately to create an environment where every voice is heard and valued, ensuring* ***equal opportunities*** *for all individuals, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, cultural identity, age, beliefs, or any other form of diversity.* *Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is a priority we hold ourselves accountable to every day.*