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Headquartered in Elche (Spain) and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a global benchmark in the small satellite launch sector. Its family of MIURA launchers and LINCE crewed capsule position the company as a leader in European technological sovereignty for space transportation, covering the full spectrum of space missions.\nPLD Space operates over 188,000 m² of facilities in Elche, Teruel (Spain), Kourou (French Guiana), and Duqm (Oman), enabling the company to provide comprehensive satellite and payload launch services into space.\nTeamwork, courage, determination and ambition enable PLD Space to guarantee an autonomous, independent satellite space access capability, based on reliability at a globally competitive price. The company is able to offer best-in-class launch services to commercial satellite operators, institutions, space agencies and national and international governmental entities.\nMission\nThe Financial Control Lead is responsible for leading and consolidating the financial planning, management control, and cash flow forecasting functions in a capital-intensive industrial technology company.\nTheir mission is to ensure that the company's key decisions are made on a sound economic and financial basis, providing visibility, foresight, and rigor in an environment of rapid growth, complex execution, and limited resources.\nThe company operates in an environment characterized by long-term development, industrialization, and operational programs, a strong reliance on investments, future commitments, and organizational ramp-up, optimization of investments with available resources, and improvements to forecasting processes and financial credibility.\nIn this context, Management Control acts not only as a reporting function but also as a cross-functional economic partner, influencing the main areas where resource consumption and value creation are concentrated.\nResponsibilities\nFinancial Modeling, Planning, Budgeting, and Analysis \nPrepare the annual budget and its periodic revisions. \nContinuously monitor performance against budget. \nPrepare financial reports for the Executive Management and Board of Directors. \nConduct financial analyses, projections, and simulations/business cases:\nAnalyze the profitability of the business, programs, projects, products, and clients. \nModel internalization vs. outsourcing decisions and production capacity. \nEvaluate strategic investments (CAPEX, infrastructure, technology). \nEnsure alignment between technical and organizational growth and the creation of economic value. \nProvide strategic vision and judgment on capital allocation based on market trends, competitors, technologies, etc. \nProvide comprehensive support to the Finance Department and fundraising efforts. \nPrepare and organize the financial information required for current and potential investors. \nSupport fundraising processes, due diligence, and external financial reviews. \nAlign the business plan with financing needs and corporate strategy. \nBusiness Partners:\nRelationship with Operational Areas and Cross-Functional Management \nManage the relationship with operational departments (programs, infrastructure, operations, supply chain, HR, etc.). \nGather, structure, and prioritize operational and financial needs. \nEnsure consistency between operational decisions and their economic impact. \nSupport the organization of financial information and reporting. \nGenerate, organize, and report relevant and reliable financial information. \nGuarantee consistency and traceability of reported data. \nImprove the automation and efficiency of financial reporting. \nContinuous improvement of processes, standards, and systems. \nSupport the design, updating, and compliance of Business Finance processes and standards. \nDrive improvements in financial systems, ERP, and BI tools. \nContribute to strengthening internal controls and financial governance. \nRequired Knowledge\nBachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or Engineering (Master's in Finance/CFA preferred) \nMBA or Master's degree in Finance, Management Control, or Business Administration preferred \nProven professional track record of 5-10 years in FP&A and Management Control roles, including a minimum of 5 years in leadership positions (Manager or Head), with team management and cross-functional responsibility. \nExperience in complex technological and industrial environments \nDirect exposure to CAPEX decisions, long-term commitments, and profitability \nExperience interacting with management and governing bodies \nDesired Knowledge\nFinancial planning and advanced budget control \nFinancial modeling and scenario analysis \nManagement and prioritization of investments and available resources \nIndustrial cost control (BOM analysis, make-or-buy) and project accounting \nERP and Business Intelligence tools \nAdvanced Excel \nFluent English (essential) \nBenefits\nHealth\n& Wellness\nPhysiotherapywithin our facilities\n\n50%discount on your health insurance\n\nYoucan sign-up your family members with health insurance at a competitive price.\n\nHealthysnacks and lots of fruit\n\nFind\nbalance\n23 days of paid vacation plusDecember 24th and 31st\n\nFlexible work schedule\nNever\nstop learning\nWe encourage practical learning\nWe promote professional developmentthrough internal mobility and teamwork\n\nFocus\non your financial future\nChildcare flexible contributions\nRestaurant tickets\nTransport flexible contributions\nTraining support\nValues\nWe\nhave five critical beliefs that guide the way PLD Space is shaping the future\nof space launch technologies.\nTeamwork.\nHardwork.\n\nDynamism.\nCommitment.\nKeepit simple.\n\nJoin\nus to reinvent 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