Location
Rheinfelden | Germany
Job description
Position Summary
In your capacity as the Finance Manager, you'll assume the responsibility for overseeing accounting and financial reporting for our three entities in Germany (Rheinfelden, Frankfurt and Münster). In this crucial position, you will be at the forefront of managing budget & forecast and monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes in close relation to the corporate shared service center, for which the day-to-day maintenance of general accounting is essential. You will be a key member of the site leadership team and contribute to operational initiatives as needed.
The role will be based in Rheinfelden, and it offers a hybrid work environment, with one direct report and reporting directly to the Rheinfelden Facility General Manager (FGM) and EMEA Finance Director and dotted lines to the other site FGM’s.
How You Will Make An Impact
- Managing of all accounting aspects of the 3 legal entities, including the monthly reporting of operating results, preparation of certain balance sheet reconciliations and review of reconciliations prepared by the general ledger and costing teams.
- Prepare local statutory accounts based on local accounting rules (German GAAP). Contact person for external stakeholders, including internal and external audits.
- Oversee income tax filings.
- Prepare current and deferred tax calculations and manage local regulatory compliance activities (Board of Director Meetings, Company filings) with the support of external tax advisors.
- E nsure compliance with accounting policy and regulatory requirements and maintain an effective internal control environment.
- Manage the forecast and budget process for the entity and collaborate with wider finance function and key business partners to understand business strategies/opportunities.
- Monitor in particular the key contracts (feedstock, utilities).
- Together with your direct report, you are responsible for the financial accounting of the entity.
What You Will Bring To Cabot
- University degree in Accounting/Finance. MBA or CFA preferred.
- Proficient knowledge in German GAAP and good knowledge of US GAAP.
- Good knowledge of local VAT regulations in EMEA countries where Cabot operates (or strong willingness to learn).
- Good knowledge of German income tax regulations.
- 7+ years of relevant experience in finance (accounting, controlling), preferably in an international manufacturing environment.
- Fluent in English and German; other language skills are a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an independent working style.
- A hands-on attitude and willingness to take initiatives and grow.
- Advanced PC skills in financial applications
Additional Information
Permanent contract
- Hybrid work schedule (3 days on site and 2 days’ work from home).
- Growth and Development opportunities within an international company.
About Cabot
Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Our businesses deliver a broad range of products and solutions to customers in every corner of the globe, serving the transportation, infrastructure, environment and consumer industry sectors. We bring the power of innovative chemistry to solve customers' challenges today while preparing them to meet tomorrow’s needs. Our commitment to innovation is driven by a passion to advance our customers' businesses through our deep understanding of their applications and the global trends that impact their operations.
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