Cost Center, Profitability Accounting and Cost Charging Semi Senior Analyst

Who we are:

We are BASF, the largest chemical company in the world, with over 150 years of experience. In Montevideo, we are a Hub made up of more than 1,000 employees who provide services for all BASF companies in the Americas. We offer professional solutions in finance, purchasing, reporting, logistics, technology, human resources, projects, communication, legal matters, environment, safety, health, and quality.

Area:

At the Montevideo HUB we have the Business Reporting (BR) area that covers the activities of cost center accounting, inventory costing, fixed assets, investment projects and preparation of income statements with opening by business. From these activities, information is derived that we transform into reports that help the business and service units in the Americas in decision-making.

Main Objective of the Position:

Provide support to business units in preparing company income statements regarding cost center allocations, explaining deviations in results compared to other periods, and performing monthly EBIT analysis. For Non-Trade Business, execute and support all activities related to billing not associated with the company’s core business.

Main Tasks:

• Perform daily and monthly activities related to Cost Center Accounting, Income Statement & Non-Trade processes for BASF Americas companies and businesses.
• Process the complete monthly distribution of expenses across different cost objects, generating the monthly income statement to provide information for business decision-making.
• Ensure consistency between financial and management modules.
• Provide and analyze the correct allocation of positions in monthly and annual income statements.
• Support process design and flow improvements, seeking automation opportunities through new technologies and systems, ensuring proper implementation.
• Support projects related to mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures of business lines or companies.
• Assist with key organizational tasks such as audits and internal controls.

Minimum Education and Qualification Requirements for the Position:

• Education: Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Economics.
• Work Experience: 3–5 years of experience in accounting or related areas.
• Language Skills: Fluent English; Portuguese is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Excel knowledge; SAP experience is a plus.
• Soft Skills: Strong customer focus and problem-solving skills. Organizational and prioritization abilities. Proactivity and autonomy. Effective communication.

What We Offer:
Living BASF means being part of a culture that focuses on people and their professional and personal growth. Our diversity, collaboration, and leadership style make the difference.

By joining our team, we offer you:

• A hybrid and flexible work model
• A professional development program tailored to your interests and needs
• Private health insurance for you and your family from day one, as well as life insurance
• Additional flexible leave days on top of your statutory leave
• The possibility to work remotely from abroad for up to 6 weeks per year
• Birthday day off
• Moving day off
• Annual bonus
• Wellness benefits, such as in-company nutrition services and massages.

BASF considers Law N° 19.691 and Decree N° 73/019 in all its hiring processes. Every qualified candidate who meets the requirements established in the job description will be considered in this hiring process with no distinction.

Moreover, BASF is an equal-opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, age, civil and social status, national origin, disability, sex, gender identity or expressions, or any other candidate or employee´s characteristic or group that is not related to their aptitude and suitability for the position. Our management is committed to following this policy concerning hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruiting, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.