Financial Planning Specialist; Aftersales Parts

About the Job

This role plays a critical part in supporting the financial planning and reporting needs of the Corporate Aftersales organization. It ensures accurate forecasting, disciplined budget management, and clear financial visibility across Parts, Parts Marketing, Service, and Aftersales Performance functions.

The Parts Financial Planning Specialist supports the development and analysis of financial plans for the Aftersales business, assisting with sales forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis. The specialist collaborates with Finance and Aftersales teams for budgeting processes, general ledger activities, and monthly close procedures, preparing reports and presentations for leadership.

• Support financial planning and budgeting activities, including sales forecasting, margin tracking, and operating expense planning.
• Assist in coordinating Business Plan and Forecast processes, ensuring data accuracy and timely submission of supporting details.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including monthly performance tracking and variance analysis.
• Assist with sales forecasting for Parts & Accessories, monitoring results and updating projections as needed.
• Support general ledger activities, including accruals, month‑end close processes, and reconciliation tasks.
• Partner with Aftersales, Finance, and other teams to gather data and support financial analysis, including cost and tariff‑related insights.
• Prepare presentation materials and reporting for monthly business reviews and leadership meetings.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy and process efficiency while developing technical skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

• Build a strong understanding of financial models, forecasting processes, general ledger structure, and reporting systems while developing relationships with key stakeholders.
• Begin supporting monthly financial processes, including reporting, variance analysis, and reconciliation activities.
• Assist in preparing business review materials and financial reports for leadership.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities while learning cross‑functional processes and workflows.
• Identify opportunities to improve accuracy or efficiency within assigned tasks.

• Support effective and timely completion of budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.
• Deliver accurate financial data and analysis to support team decision‑making.
• Contribute to consistent and reliable financial reporting and month‑end close activities.
• Demonstrate growth in financial, systems, and business knowledge within Aftersales operations.
• Build strong working relationships and contribute positively to team collaboration and efficiency.

• 3+ years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, or financial analysis.
• Strong knowledge of financial modeling, budgeting and forecasting processes, and general ledger and reconciliation practices.
• Experience working with SAP.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• Experience in automotive, manufacturing, or Aftersales environments.
• Experience working with cross‑functional and global teams.
• Knowledge of tariff analysis and related financial impacts.
• Experience with financial reporting tools and dashboards.
• Proven ability to identify and implement process improvements.

• Drive Growth & Optimization:
  Play a key role in analyzing and optimizing Parts & Accessories sales performance.
• Strategic Exposure:
  Collaborate with cross‑functional leadership and influence key financial decisions.
• Momentum 2030 Initiative:
  Contribute to long‑term growth initiatives with direct impact on future parts sales and company success.

The base salary for this position ranges between $62,000 to $70,000, based on role, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.…