FINANCIAL ANALYST

Company Description

Bosch was founded in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) and for more than 130 years has been distinguished by a unique corporate culture based on solid values that drive us to improve every day. Our products, present in a wide variety of fields, that contribute to improve the quality of life of millions of people.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

• Financial Analyst for products in Robert Bosch Plant; planning product unit costs, preparing budgets, analyzing monthly deviations of material and overhead.
• Conducting quarterly forecasts and annual planning together with support of Value Stream financial steering and drive activities to achieve targets and Robert Bosch's competitiveness.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Material analysis (prices, usage deviations, consumables, etc.).
• Analysis of overhead cost centers impacting overall product team result (EBIT).
• Value stream budget controlling, steering and support.
• Support Value Stream to define and evaluate cost saving measures.
• Product cost reduction project evaluations (RPP).
• Business plan unit costing & standard calculation.
• Business plan preparation including target derivation input support for central controlling department.
• Preparation and presenting of quarterly forecasted and actual P&L results with regional and global business units.
• Quotations and project calculation for existing and new business opportunities.
• Benchmark preparation and active role to support financial competitiveness of Robert Bosch Plant.
• Leadtype preparation and analysis.
• Involvement and understanding of the manufacturing concept and operation related to the product to support financial steering.
• Active participation on the product and Value Stream KPI´s to support target achievement.

EDUCATION & ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Bilingual (Spanish and Advanced English).

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 years of experience in product cost controlling in the manufacturing industry.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Proactive, team player and good communication skills.
• SAP, Ms office & Excel database knowledge.
• High English fluency with the ability to discuss complex topics and negotiate.