Automotive Plant Financial Analyst

This position works under close supervision and is considered entry to intermediate level. Learns to apply knowledge to non-routine situations, seeking guidance when needed. Work activities are performed using independent judgment; seeking guidance and direction when needed.

• Supports the Controller with systems process improvements and implementation of changes.
• Assists with projects and team assignments for general accounting and financial analysis activities in the plant.
• Collects and analyzes plant, product and process results and statistics.
• Assist with Internal Control review and audit.
• Assists with the preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly and year‑end financial statements/documents and annual budget preparation.
• Assist with cost accounting process.
• Prepare, review and maintain capital expenditure requests.
• Analyzing customer pricing issues.
• Supports fixed asset and depreciated work.
• Perform new program financial tracking and analysis
• Responsible for accounts receivable review of past‑due issues, approving memos of customer reductions, EDI issues and supports Corporate A/R and Treasury in cash application.
• Backup to Controller for labor, scrap and MRO spending and other approvals as necessary.
• Responsible for special projects as assigned
• Participate in root cause analysis and team problem solving activities (ex. 8D reports, department meetings, etc.).
• Support plant activities towards achieving customer awards and Quality registration (ex. TS 16949, ISO 14001, Pentastar, etc.)
• Assist with plant activities to achieve quality, productivity and cost reduction goals.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with all levels of the organization.
• Assures compliance with federal, state, local and corporate policies, regulations and laws. Assists with the creation of acceptable standards in Finance.

• Understanding of financial systems, manufacturing systems, general ledger, standardized cost accounting, along with budgeting and forecasting is a plus.
• Knowledge of QAD and One Stream is a plus. (or similar integrated manufacturing system).
• Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• Basic understanding of financial and performance data.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software – intermediate level.
• Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.

• Knowledge of QAD and One Stream is a plus. (or similar integrated manufacturing system).