AI Financial Analyst

Gotion Inc. is based in Silicon Valley, CA, currently building a Manufacturing facility in Manteno, IL and has R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan and Europe. We innovate in the next generation electric vehicle and energy storage technologies (lithium batteries and related systems) with the aim to accelerate electrified transportation and achieve sustainable development. Gotion is powered by a leading power battery technology company that provides solutions for vehicles including the world's first mass commercial e-bus route.

Gotion is a career destination - we are not simply attempting to just fill another job, but to pursue a dream of global green energy together! We offer outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting and challenging working environment. Everyone is highly valued and plays a vital role in the growth of our organization.

AI Financial Analyst - Manufacturing Finance

Location: Manteno, IL
Department: Finance / FP&A
Reports To: FP&A Director / Head of Finance Transformation
FLSA Status: Exempt

About Gotion

Gotion is a global leader in advanced energy storage and battery manufacturing, driving innovation in electrification and clean energy systems. As we scale one of North America's largest battery production facilities, we are building a next-generation finance organization powered by data, automation, and artificial intelligence.

Position Summary

The AI Financial Analyst will support Gotion's Finance organization by combining traditional FP&A responsibilities with advanced analytics, automation, and AI-driven insights. This role focuses on transforming financial data into predictive insights, building automated reporting systems, and enabling smarter, faster decision-making across manufacturing operations.

This is a high-visibility role ideal for someone who understands finance but is also passionate about AI tools, data science concepts, and modern financial technology.

Essential Responsibilities

AI-Enabled Financial Analysis

• Develop AI-assisted financial models to improve forecasting accuracy and scenario planning.
• Use machine learning tools or AI platforms to identify cost trends, anomalies, and operational inefficiencies.
• Support predictive analytics for manufacturing costs, labor utilization, and supply chain spend.
• Translate complex datasets into actionable business insights for leadership.

FP&A & Business Support

• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial close processes.
• Perform variance analysis on manufacturing costs, overhead, and operational KPIs.
• Support capital investment analysis and ROI modeling for production expansion projects.
• Partner with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to understand cost drivers.

Data Automation & Reporting

• Build and maintain automated dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
• Streamline financial reporting processes using Python, SQL, or AI-based tools.
• Improve data quality, consistency, and accessibility across finance systems.
• Reduce manual reporting effort through automation and workflow optimization.

AI & Finance Transformation

• Identify opportunities to integrate AI tools into finance workflows (forecasting, reporting, close process).
• Support implementation of finance data platforms and analytics infrastructure.
• Collaborate with IT and data engineering teams on AI-enabled finance initiatives.
• Evaluate and test emerging AI tools for financial planning and analysis use cases.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with plant leadership to provide real-time financial insights.
• Support decision-making for production planning, pricing, and cost optimization.
• Communicate findings clearly to non-finance stakeholders using data visualization and storytelling.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lean finance initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or operations finance.
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Exposure to SQL, Python, or AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, automation platforms, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing, automotive, EV, battery, semiconductor, or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with machine learning concepts or applied AI in business settings.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• MBA or advanced analytics coursework.
• Experience building dashboards or automated reporting pipelines.

Key Competencies

• Financial Modeling & Forecasting
• AI-Driven Analytics
• Data Visualization & Storytelling
• Automation & Process Improvement
• FP&A Fundamentals
• Manufacturing Cost Analysis
• SQL / Python (Preferred)
• Business Partnering
• Strategic Thinking
• Continuous Improvement

Why Join Gotion?

• Be part of a cutting-edge finance transformation team in a rapidly growing EV battery manufacturer.
• Work at the intersection of finance, manufacturing, and artificial intelligence.
• Build tools and insights…