Job Requirements

Why work for us?

Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we’re delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.

With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry’s most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.

Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with globe-spanning reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we’re always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us!

Responsibilities:

Costing / Costing Methodology:

• Preparation of quotation calculations in alignment with Sales and Management, as well as project and post-calculations and profitability analyses
• Support in the execution of cost accounting (cost center and cost object accounting), including master data maintenance and execution of required routines in MS Dynamics Navision, as well as further development of IT systems
• Participation in determining cost rates for quotation, standard, and inventory calculations (HGB and US GAAP)
• Preparation of reporting and analyses based on total cost method and cost of sales method

Margin Analysis:

• Post-calculations of production orders
• Margin and profitability analyses

Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Closing:

• Support in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB, US GAAP, and internal group guidelines
• Execution of closing activities (inventory valuation, warranty provisions, complaint costs, accruals, etc.)
• Support in inventory processes (year-end stock counting / cycle counts / obsolescence)
• Assistance in the preparation of audits and VAT/tax filings to ensure compliance with legal requirements
• Development and maintenance of internal controls to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risks

Analyses (Sales / Operations / Finance):

• Support management decision-making through timely and accurate financial information and analyses
• Conduct variance analyses and identify areas for cost optimization and process improvement
• Perform ad hoc financial analyses and special projects as required

Reporting:

• Operations, Sales, Management, and Group reporting (daily / weekly / monthly)
• Development and continuous improvement of reporting structures

Budget & Forecasting:

• Support the planning and management of the budgeting and forecasting process to analyze business performance and trends

Projects:

• Financial project management, e.g., further development of Navision / Docuware

Back-up / Deputy Financial Analyst:

• Back-up support for key daily Financial Analyst tasks during absence (illness or vacation)
• Example tasks:
  • Payment runs
  • Cash flow analysis and reporting
  • Support Shared Service Center Pune

Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Controlling, Accounting, or Finance
• Proven experience in accounting and controlling roles, with relevant professional experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and legal requirements under HGB; experience with US GAAP is an advantage
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (Navision and/or OneStream preferred)
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Basic knowledge of Power Query / Power Pivot / Power BI is an advantage
• Good English language skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and trends
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in financial reporting and analysis
• Strong communication skills to collaborate across departments
• Proactive mindset with the ability to identify issues and propose solutions

If you are interested in being part of a world class organization, Alkegen would love to hear from you.

At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people – ALL PEOPLE – breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion are central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation, and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.

Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class.