About Pangea Propulsion:
We are a company dedicated to developing advanced propulsion systems for the space industry based on three key principles: high efficiency, sustainability, and reusability. We are revolutionizing the space industry with ground-breaking innovations that allow us to offer the best performance to cost propulsion systems.
Our goal is to be the propulsion provider for the next generation of spacecraft, which is essential to meet demands and compete in the booming space market of the next decade.
We are a passionate, multicultural, and multidisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of what is possible in space propulsion technology.
We have already made history by successfully testing the world's first 3D-printed Methalox Aerospike engine, marking a significant milestone for the space industry.
We are looking for talented professionals to join our international teams in Barcelona and Toulouse. We want to be a key player in improving diversity in the Aerospace sector as, in Pangea, we believe that diversity (gender, age, race, sexual orientation, beliefs, disability, culture, etc.) is a key to success. Within Pangea, everyone can grow with the same opportunities. We encourage you to apply. Individually we are different, but together we are an amazing team!
We are looking for a Tax Credit Officer in Barcelona.
About the role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Tax Credit Officer to join our team in Barcelona. This role is crucial in enhancing R&D recognition and financing from public institutions.
You will work closely together with your colleagues in the FP&A Department.
This role requires strong proficiency in innovation management, tax incentive systems and R&D. A proactive mindset, attention to detail, and strong communication skills are essential.
You will work closely with the FP&A, Engineering, Project Management and Finance teams to identify, document and maximize R&D tax incentive opportunities across the company.
Key Responsibilities:
Review and summarize monthly the technical progress of Pangea's products
Identify eligible R&D activities
Monitor resources eligible to Tax Credits
Support resource allocation analysis
Gather and generate the information needed for Tax Lease, CIR and Bonificaciones operations
Maintain accurate documentation supporting R&D tax credit claims and innovation incentive applications
Coordinate with engineering and project teams to collect evidence of eligible R&D activities
Prepare supporting documentation for audits, tax authorities and external advisors
Monitor changes in tax credit legislation and assess their impact on the company
Support budget planning and forecasting related to tax credits and public funding
Ensure compliance with tax incentive requirements and internal processes
What you need to be successful:
R&D project management
Innovation consultant
Public funding management
PMO
Financialcontrol in Aerospace companies
3+ years of experience in a similar role related to R&D tax credits, innovation management, public funding or financial controlling
Experience working in an engineering, industrial, aerospace or technology environment is a plus
Knowledge of Spanish R&D tax incentives, bonificaciones and tax lease mechanisms is highly valued
Knowledge of the French CIR (Crédit Impôt Recherche) framework is considered a strong advantage
Soft Skills:
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proactive and autonomous mindset
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Ability to synthesize complex technical and financial information
Other useful skills:
Professional fluency in English
Ability to write and communicate in Spanish and French is a plus
Advanced Education:
MSc in Innovation Management Engineering Management Aerospace Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
Additional training in Taxation, Innovation Management or Project Management is a plus
Specialized Expertise:
Experience using ERPs (Odoo preferred)
Proficient with MS Office, spreadsheet and data management
Ability to process large amount of data to synthetize
Cost and time tracking
Knowledge of R&D tax credits and innovation incentive frameworks
Experience preparing technical and financial reports for public institutions
Advanced Excel skills and strong data analysis capabilities
Experience with budget tracking, cost allocation and project controlling
Familiarity with audit processes and compliance documentation
Experience working with large datasets and extracting meaningful insights
Knowledge of Spanish R&D tax incentives, bonificaciones and tax lease mechanisms is highly valued. Knowledge of the French CIR (Crédit Impôt Recherche) framework is considered a strong advantage.
Not hitting every requirement? Research suggests that some people tend to hesitate when it comes to job applications if they don't meet all the desired qualifications. Here at Pangea Propulsion, we're committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity, inclusivity, and authenticity. So, if you're enthusiastic about this role but your prior experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification mentioned in the job description, we still strongly encourage you to apply. You might just be the ideal candidate for this position or other opportunities within our organization.
Pangea Propulsion is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all applications without discrimination on any legally protected grounds. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities and we can provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.
More about us…
We are an international and very multicultural team. Our work is guided by these core values:
Teamwork: We strive to work together as an aligned team towards our common goals.
Respect & tolerance: we value people with integrity that treat other people with respect. We enjoy having diverse views to enrich the debate and take better decisions.
Passion for growth: we are passionate about space and about being pioneers; also, we value personal and organizational growth aiming to a constant improvement.
Sustainability: because a long-term vision and strategy is not possible if sustainability is not in the team’s core values.
Daring: we do things that sometimes seem impossible, but we always go the extra mile to find a path to do them and we are ready to take the necessary risks to achieve our goals.
If this sounds good to you and you want to join the New Space revolution, we really want to meet you!