Cost management technician

CATL is building its second European production base in Debrecen to serve the European market even more efficiently and to develop its international production network. Let's work together for the future of electromobility in Europe!

Date:  Jun 15, 2026
Job Number:  3174
Job Type: 
Job category:  Permanent
Description: 

Build the future of electromobility with us – in Debrecen!
The world’s leading battery manufacturer, CATL, is opening its second European production base in Debrecen! Be part of an innovative, green, and forward-looking industrial revolution, and join us in shaping Europe’s sustainable mobility!

 

What tasks await you?

• Cost budget application and management, auxiliary material procurement, accounting operations (receiving, issuing, and storing), reconciliation, payment, and reimbursement.
• Monitoring cost and expense usage, tracking capacity updates (MOH) and HR data, and analyzing variances between estimated and actual costs.
• Providing variance reports between accrued and actual expenses (e.g. sewage discharge fees, handling fees) for each department.
• Confirming MOH budget balances, preparing reports according to templates, and allocating funds to the cost group; managing transportation fee balances and processing invoices in the expense system.
• Identifying employee cost centers and ensuring accurate system data entry and updates in coordination with the cost group.

 

You are the perfect candidate if you:

• Have a degree (Associate or higher) in Finance, Accounting, Economic Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Have strong knowledge of cost management principles.
• Are skilled in data analysis and sensitive to financial and operational data.
• Have strong communication, coordination, and teamwork skills.
• Are proficient in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other applications).
• Have at least 2 years of experience in cost management or a related field.

 

It’s an advantage if you have the following:

• Experience in logistics or manufacturing environments.
• Advanced Excel or data analysis skills.
• Experience working with ERP or cost management systems.
• Basic Chinese language skills (in addition to English and Hungarian).

 

What we offer you:

  • Bonus: We reward your work with two annual bonuses;
  • Cafeteria (SZÉP Card): A monthly cafeteria benefit that you can freely use for leisure or cultural expenses;
  • Meal Support: We cover half the cost of one main meal per day – you can choose from both Hungarian and Chinese menus to keep you energized;
  • Commuting Support: Company bus or fuel allowance to ensure a smooth commute every day;
  • Employee Referral Program: You recommend, we pay;
  • Internal Training: We provide in-house training to support your professional development.