Senior FP&A Analyst (m/f/d)

As the largest manufacturer of wheels for the global marketplace, Maxion Wheels is continually seeking motivated individuals who have what it takes to make a positive impact on our business and our customers. Our long history, and our products, internationally recognized for their quality and innovation, make us one of the most respected OEM suppliers in the automotive industry.

We are looking for you as an…

Senior FP&A Analyst (m/f/d)

Location: Königswinter (Cologne/Bonn/Koblenz)

Department: Finance

Start date: as of now

What you move with us:

• Support monthly global financial reporting, forecasting and analysis activities within the FP&A team.
• Assist in coordinating the annual planning process, including timelines, assumptions and collaboration with global finance teams and functional stakeholders.
• Support global SG&A controlling through cost trend analysis, budget monitoring and identification of variance drivers.
• Prepare and enhance financial management reports for the global leadership team, providing actionable business insights.
• Perform detailed P&L variance analyses versus budget, forecast and prior periods, identifying key business drivers and impacts.
• Conduct balance sheet variance analyses with a focus on working capital, accruals, provisions and key accounts.
• Prepare concise financial commentary and presentations for senior management.
• Analyze cash flow developments and explain the relationship between P&L, balance sheet movements and cash impact.
• Monitor and evaluate working capital performance through metrics such as DSO, DIO, DPO and Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC).
• Design, develop and maintain BI dashboards and management reporting solutions using tools such as Power BI.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities and process improvements across planning, forecasting and reporting activities.
• Provide guidance and training to plant finance teams on financial analysis, cash flow management and key performance indicators.
• Support ad-hoc analyses, strategic initiatives and special projects requested by senior management.

What you convince with us:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or a related field.
• At least five years of relevant experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Controlling or Corporate Finance.
• Experience in an international manufacturing environment; automotive industry experience is considered an advantage.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken; German is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Experience with SAP as well as Oracle, Hyperion and Power BI or similar BI solutions is desirable.
• Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities.
• Self-driven, proactive and highly organized working style.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial topics clearly.
• Team-oriented mindset combined with high integrity and a hands-on approach.

What makes Maxion Wheels special:

Hard facts

• We pay you an attractive salary in accordance with the IG Metall NRW collective agreement for a 40-hour week and 30 days' vacation. You will also receive a contribution to the company pension scheme after 6 months with the company.
• In addition, we offer various special vacations and payments for anniversaries, weddings, births, etc.

Flexibility

• Whether car, public transport or bicycle - we are well connected for all options.

Learn & Grow

• We offer you a long-term perspective with the world's leading manufacturer of steel and aluminum wheels for cars and trucks
• Through our job-related training and seminars (both internal and external), we want to help you deepen your knowledge and strengthen your growth. You will also have access to our eLearning platform with over 1400 courses.

Community

• We live diversity & value diversity: get involved in one of our committees, for example Diversity & Inclusion or our women's network I-M FEM
• We are committed to sustainability and assume social responsibility, for example with our annual RhineCleanUp for the cleanliness of the banks of the Rhine. We also support an organization that encourages young people to work for peace and a sustainable future.
• To strengthen our team spirit, our employees organize various activities such as a movie night, a hiking day and various sports meetings.
• We would also be delighted if you took part in the Bonn company run with Maxion Wheels
• We also organize various company and team events.

Join us and become part of our global success story!

Equal Opportunity Statement

Maxion Wheels maintains a written and widely distributed policy on equal employment opportunity. The company recruits, hires, trains, promotes, administers policies, bases decisions and conducts all personnel activities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability (to the extent an undue hardship is not imposed), status as a covered veteran or other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.