Cost Accountant for Digital
Pune, IN
Be part of something bigger!
As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.
As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!
Purpose and Mission
Are you passionate about numbers, transparency, and turning data into actionable insight? Join us as a Cost Controlling Specialist and become the financial guardian of ADS. Your expertise will directly shape strategic decisions and strengthen the financial performance of a 74M EUR business area. As our Cost Controlling Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate cost accounting, insightful analysis, and high‑quality reporting within ADS. Your work will support the Finance Business Partner and ADS leadership in making confident, fact‑based decisions.
Key Activities and Responsibilities
- Be the expert in cost accounting, IFRS principles, and corporate accounting processes.
- Analyze cost data, identify anomalies, and provide clear root‑cause analysis and recommendations.
- Operate confidently in SAP (FI‑CO, IM, MM, SD) and build advanced Excel/AfO dashboards.
- Deliver accurate monthly reporting, including variance analysis and cost driver explanations.
- Support budgeting and forecasting cycles with cost estimates, depreciation, and investment follow‑up. Identify improvement opportunities in processes, allocations, tools, and reporting flows.
- Provide data‑driven financial guidance to the Finance Business Partner and ADS stakeholders.
- Collaborate with various teams, communicate clearly, and uphold confidentiality and accuracy at all times.
Skills
- Education in finance, accounting, controlling, or a related field.
- Strong expertise in cost accounting, IFRS, and corporate financial structures.
- Hands‑on SAP experience (FI‑CO, IM, MM, SD) and advanced Excel/AfO skills.
- Strong analytical skills, ability to interpret complex data, and develop cost models.
- Experience in reporting, planning, and variance analysis.
- A process‑improvement mindset with the ability to challenge and innovate.
- High attention to detail, numerical discipline, and ability to manage peak workloads.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, hybrid workstyles, and regular travel to HQ (Belgium).
Be bold and take the leap!
We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers
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