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Job Title: Werkstudent Operations Finance (m/w/d) Posting Start Date: 2/23/26
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Job Description:
Why you should join?
The Operations Finance Intern will support the Adelberg Plant Operations Finance team in day‑to‑day financial analysis, reporting, and operational support activities. This role is designed as a developmental, entry‑level position to build foundational skills in finance within a manufacturing environment.
The intern will work closely with Plant Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Materials teams, gaining hands‑on exposure to plant cost structures, performance reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives, under close supervision and guidance.
This internship offers direct exposure to real‑world plant finance activities at the Adelberg manufacturing site, with structured support, mentoring, and meaningful analytical work.
Main tasks:
Financial Reporting & Analysis Support
2. Assist in the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly Excel‑based operational reports for the plant
3. Support basic cost center tracking and monitoring, helping ensure data accuracy
4. Assist with variance analysis vs. plan or forecast, identifying and clearly summarizing key drivers
5. Help collect, validate, and consolidate data inputs for plant financial reviews
Plant Operations Finance Support
6. Support the Plant Finance team with standard cost reviews, data updates, and documentation
7. Assist in monitoring key manufacturing cost streams (labor, overhead, scrap, etc.)
8. Participate in plant operational meetings as an observer or support role to understand business drivers
9. Support TEBIT / cost‑saving initiatives through data analysis and tracking
Month‑End & Controls Support
10. Provide support during the month‑end close process, including data preparation and reconciliations
11. Assist with internal control documentation and checks, under supervision
12. Help maintain organized financial files and supporting documentation
Projects & Learning
13. Support ad‑hoc finance or operational projects as assigned by Plant Finance leadership
14. Actively participate in Kaizen or continuous improvement activities when applicable
15. Build understanding of how Finance partners with Manufacturing and Operation
Learning & Development Objectives
This internship is intended to:
Build foundational knowledge of operations finance in a manufacturing environment
Develop Excel, financial analysis, and data interpretation skills
Increase business acumen and understanding of plant KPIs
Strengthen communication and collaboration skills within cross‑functional teams
Your ideal background:
16. Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
17. Basic understanding of financial principles and interest in manufacturing or operations
18. Strong curiosity, learning mindset, and attention to detail
19. Comfortable working with Excel (basic formulas, tables; advanced skills are a plus but not required)
20. Interest in a future career in Operations Finance or Manufacturing Finance
21. Ability to work in a structured, fast‑paced plant environment
22. Professional English and good German skills
Job Locations:
Ziegelhau 25
Adelberg, Baden-Württemberg 73099
Germany
Posting City: Adelberg Job Country: Germany Travel Required: None Requisition ID: 148426 Workplace Type: External Careers Page: Administrative Support
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