Senior FP&A & Cost Control Lead (Automotive)

Honda Türkiye A.Ş.; Aliağa; On-site; TRY 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Honda Türkiye A.Ş. is seeking a seasoned Cost Controller to lead budgeting across departments in a manufacturing environment in Turkey.

The role requires hands-on cost accounting, ERP experience (SAP FI-CO-MM), and strong analytical skills to guide strategic decisions. The successful candidate will manage month- and year-end closings, analyze variances, and prepare detailed cost reports for senior management, while ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS and local regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cost control, financial analysis, or accounting.
• Prior experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry is required.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems; SAP FI-CO-MM modules preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and financial modeling.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented and results-driven.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and manage flexible working hours.
• Adaptable to change and committed to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the budgeting process across departments.
• Analyze financial trends, variances, and performance metrics to support business decisions.
• Ensure timely completion of month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain accurate records of direct and indirect costs.
• Monitor actual costs versus budgeted figures and perform variance analysis
• Identify cost drivers and implement cost control procedures and policies.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for proposed investments.
• Deliver monthly and quarterly performance reviews to senior management.
• Prepare detailed cost reports and dashboards for internal use.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and local financial regulations.
• Support internal and external audit processes and regulatory filings.
• Monitor adherence to internal policies and procedures.
• Oversee inventory valuation and procurement cost tracking.
• Collaborate with supply chain and purchasing teams to manage accruals and commitments.

Skills

Cost control

Financial analysis

Budgeting

ERP systems (SAP FI-CO-MM)

MS Excel

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent

Tools

SAP FI-CO-MM

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Honda Türkiye A.Ş. is seeking a seasoned Cost Controller to lead budgeting across departments in a manufacturing environment in Turkey.

The role requires hands-on cost accounting, ERP experience (SAP FI-CO-MM), and strong analytical skills to guide strategic decisions. The successful candidate will manage month- and year-end closings, analyze variances, and prepare detailed cost reports for senior management, while ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS and local regulations.