GB/G Manager - Cost accounting and Profitability analysis

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BASF Overview
BASF has successfully partnered India’s progress for more than 130 years. As of the end of 2025, BASF had 2,455 employees in India with 8 production sites and 45 offices throughout the country. The Innovation Campus Mumbai and the Coatings Technical Center in Mangalore are both part of BASF’s global technology platform. In 2025, BASF registered sales of approximately €2.2 billion to customers in India. Further information is available on www.basf.com/in
About The Role
The
Cost Accounting & Profitability Analysis Manager leads cost center accounting, profitability analysis, income statement, and non-trade accounting activities for BASF group companies. The role manages and develops the team, ensures accurate and compliant financial reporting, and acts as a
business partner to internal stakeholders. It oversees cost allocation, expense distribution, financial and management reporting, and data consistency while driving
process improvements, automation, SLA/KPI performance, and operational excellence. The role also supports
audits, internal controls, cross-regional collaboration, and strategic projects to enhance business decision-making and service delivery.
What's In It For You
Be part of building BASF's new Global Hub in India, a flagship transformation initiative
Work with a globally integrated team spanning Finance and HR functions
Competitive compensation, benefits, and structured career pathways
Access to BASF's world-class learning & development programs
Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative work culture
Hybrid work model (mix of on-site and remote)
Key Responsibilities
Stakeholder Management
Understand stakeholder requirements and provide timely, practical, and business-focused solutions.
Develop strong end-to-end process understanding to effectively support business partners.
Ensure the team delivers compliant, efficient, and high-quality services by establishing and maintaining technical standards.
Collaborate with Book-to-Report teams across regions on operational activities and projects.
Act as a business partner to BASF internal stakeholders, identifying, evaluating, and implementing appropriate solutions.
Team Management
Provide disciplinary leadership, including work allocation, goal setting, performance management, and continuous feedback.
Identify employee strengths and development needs and drive individual development and career growth.
Build an open, collaborative, and engaging team environment that promotes effective communication.
Mentor Senior Analysts and Analysts, encouraging best practices, quality, and team spirit.
Drive employee engagement, motivation, and team morale.
Act as backup for the Director and support additional responsibilities as required.
Project Management
Lead and support process improvement and optimization initiatives, leveraging digital technologies and automation.
Monitor SLAs, Balanced Scorecards, and KPIs to ensure continuous improvement in operations and service delivery.
Ensure stakeholder queries and ad-hoc requirements are addressed proactively and within agreed timelines.
Understand business requirements and provide customized solutions while maintaining high service quality.
Resource Management
Effectively allocate resources and responsibilities to ensure compliant and efficient service delivery.
Manage recruitment activities in line with approved budgets and business requirements.
Support employee development through coaching, development plans, and regular feedback.
Conduct regular team meetings and individual reviews to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner.
Manage and monitor the FTE budget for the team.
Knowledge Management
Ensure proper documentation and accessibility of process knowledge.
Promote effective knowledge sharing and transfer to build sustainable capabilities within the team.
Operational Activities
Oversee Cost Center Accounting, Income Statement, and Non-Trade Accounting activities for BASF group companies and businesses.
Review the allocation and distribution of expenses across cost objects and ensure accurate monthly income statement reporting.
Analyze and ensure consistency between financial and management reporting modules.
Review the correct allocation and accounting treatment of monthly and annual income statement positions.
Drive process improvements, automation, and digitalization to enhance efficiency and service quality.
Act as the SPOC for audits, internal controls, and other key organizational activities.
Ensure all operational activities are delivered accurately, timely, and in line with SLAs and BASF guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in finance / CA / CMA
10 - 18 years of progressive experience in Accounting, Controlling, Costing, Financial Reporting or Shared Services environments.
Strong leadership, stakeholder management and people management experience.
Prior experience of Leading a team of 10 employees.
Excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
Experience working in MNC and Captive GCC experience is preferred
Technical Skills
Advanced knowledge in standard Microsoft Office software (word, excel, power point).
Proficiency in English required with good communication in verbal, writing and interpersonal skills with high customer focus. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
Knowledge of SAP system is mandatory.
About BASF
At BASF, we believe that great chemistry starts with great people. We foster a workplace where curiosity is encouraged, diverse perspectives are valued, and every employee is empowered to make a meaningful impact. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to continuous growth - both for the business and for the individuals within it.
At BASF, your development never stands still. Employees have access to structured learning pathways, international exposure, and cross-functional mobility across a truly global organization. We are committed to inclusion and equal opportunity, and we actively invest in the wellbeing, development, and long-term career growth of our people. Whether you are early in your career or bringing deep expertise, BASF offers the scale of a world-leading company with the sense of purpose and community that makes it a place where people genuinely thrive.

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