Corporate Planner

Daikin Europe

. Act as a strategic partner to Managing Directors and management in support of business strategy .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeMadrid • SpainMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in P&L management, budget planning, and financial reporting, with a strong focus on data accuracy and compliance. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and support strategic business initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

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P&L ManagementBudget PlanningVariance AnalysisMS Excel ExpertiseAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

P&L ManagementBudget PlanningVariance AnalysisFinancial ReportingData AccuracyAccounting PrinciplesForecast PlanningInternal ControlsJSOX ComplianceAnaplan

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsCritical MindsetProactive ApproachAttention to DetailAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeMS ExcelAnaplan

Industry Keywords

FinanceBusiness StrategySales PlanningSG&A SpendingTop Management Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a strategic partner to Managing Directors and management in support of business strategy
Cooperate with Finance, Sales, HQ, Legal, and other internal stakeholders
Control the full P&L of assigned entities through Actual vs Plan vs Forecast variance analysis and recommend actions
Prepare, consolidate, and submit HQ reporting and budgets, including MMR, ER, and Anaplan
Report P&L, Budget, Revised Budget, and BOD information to Top Management
Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance in reporting processes
Manage Budget, Revised Budget, and Forecast planning cycles, including data upload and validation
Monitor SG&A spending and cost-efficiency initiatives
Execute internal controls, including JSOX controls, quarterly self-assessments, and monitoring
Support and drive sales planning for the Scandinavia region in cooperation with sales teams and management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master degree in Economics, Business or similar
3 years of experience as a controller or in analytical positions (big 4), with exposure to Top Management roles
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex, fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
Flexibility to manage ad hoc requests and strict deadlines
Expert knowledge of MS Office, especially MS Excel, including complex formulas
Knowledge of Finance and Accounting principles is considered an advantage
Proficient knowledge of English
Flexibility to travel 1/month
Good communication skills
Ability to work accurately and dig into details while maintaining a broad overview
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to organize tasks to meet strict deadlines
Critical and proactive mindset
Strong analytical skills
Accuracy and attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities to learn and grow
Positive work environment backed by trust, creativity, and continuous improvement
Diverse and inclusive workplace culture
Employee empowerment through talented teams