APM Terminals

Port and terminal operations

CFOSpainGateway

Barcelona, Spain FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“CFO Spain Gateway at APM Terminals. Skills: Finance leadership, Financial planning, Risk management, Business strategy. Lead the finance function. Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting”

What You'll Achieve.

driving financial performance; governance; long-term value creation; enable data-driven decisions; improve financial outcomes

Industry & Context.

Port and terminal operations
Problems you'll solve

solving problems at the root

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Economics, 15+ years in finance leadership roles, business partnering or controlling at business unit or group level, expertise in financial planning, reporting, accounting systems, performance management, Strategic mindset, Proven leadership skills, experience managing teams, developing finance talent in complex, matrix organisations

Nice to Have

professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, RA, or equivalent preferred)

What You'll Do.

Lead the finance function

Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

Drive financial planning

investment evaluations

Establish and maintain robust internal control

compliance frameworks

Partner with the Managing Director

execute business strategy

improve financial outcomes

Lead finance transformation initiatives

enhance finance capabilities

Manage stakeholder relationships

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with the Managing Director and leadership team; Manage stakeholder relationships across headquarters; regional teams; joint venture partners; external entities

Full Job Description

APM Terminals **At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving — observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be apart of our journey.** **What We Can Offer:** At APMT Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. * Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work. * Work in a global, matrix organisation with exposure to senior leadership and international stakeholders * Opportunities to shape finance strategy and influence terminal performance * Ongoing development through on-the-job learning, leadership exposure, and strategic projects * Collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence **Role Overview** We are APM Terminals, and we are looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the finance function across the cluster of Spain Gateways, including Valencia, Gijón, and Barcelona, as well as other related legal entities. You will act as a strategic business partner to the Managing Director, driving financial performance, governance, and long-term value creation. This role combines financial leadership with operational insight, enabling data-driven decisions across the business. **Key Responsibilities:** * Lead the finance function, covering accounting, planning, performance management, governance, risk, and compliance * Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across proces

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