Project Cost Controller
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About Horse Powertrain
Horse Powertrain Limited is an independent new powertrain solutions business, with over 125 years of heritage from Renault and Geely. We develop and produce world-class hybrid and combustion engines and transmissions to move our industry forward, offering many different paths to net zero.
Horse Powertrain has 19,000 dedicated and determined employees, working in 17 manufacturing plants, and 5 R&D centers on three continents. This role is employed by Horse Powertrain Ltd and is based at head office in London, with occasional travel possible to Horse Powertrain’s other sites.
Why join us?
At Horse Powertrain, you’ll have opportunities to grow your career while making a difference. This is a dynamic, international environment, staffed by caring and collaborative people. If you’re ready to create excellence with us, you’ll be appreciated and rewarded.
What would you do?
Act as the main liaison between Project Management, Sales/Business Office, Finance (RNTBCI), Engineering PMO, Project Centralization Cost Control, and Sales Administration.
Lead the annual budgeting process for the R&D P&L, ensuring alignment with multi‑year project commitments, and monitor financial performance across plan, budget, and forecast. Drive convergence actions in case of deviations and ensure proper follow-up of upfront project invoice payments.
Ensure that RFQ data and cost‑modification inputs for new projects, quotations, or customer‑driven changes are correctly integrated by PMO and Cost Control teams.
Build and update monthly MTP (Mid-Term Plan) visibility and manage monthly financial reporting for CPO and Horse Holding, covering both costs and revenues.
Review, validate, and submit monthly cost provisions in coordination with accounting.
Set up and/or participate in monthly project performance reviews.
Oversee financial governance across multiple scopes (India 4 India, New Business, R&AE, etc.).
Ensure compliance by implementing and monitoring internal control processes and regularly evaluating their effectiveness.
What we’re looking for
A proven track record in cost control with understanding of the full cost flow and as a P&L controller and/or solid knowledge.
Outstanding accounting/finance and Excelskills
Strong communication skills, coupled with a collaborative mindset
Excellent written and spoken English;
Equal opportunities employer
As a company, we are committed to equal opportunities, and recruit people based on their competencies and qualifications. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply for our job vacancies. If you believe you have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Let’s explore the possibilities together.
How to apply
Deadline to submit your application is April but the selection process will be running continuously. Please note that due to data regulations, we do not accept applications via email.
Questions
If you have any additional questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact recruiting manager.
For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Recruiter Patricia Iranzo
Horse Powertrain Limited is a global leader in powertrain solutions. Learn more at www.horse-powertrain.com
- Department
- Finance
- Locations
- Madrid
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time
About Horse Powertrain
At Horse Powertrain, we’re known for being caring, collaborative people with a global mindset, a passion for innovation and a drive to create excellence.
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