Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

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Base: $70,000.00 /yr – $ /yr (actual pay will be based on skills and experience)

Founded in 1936, Niterra North America, Inc. (Formerly NGK Spark plugs, Inc.) is a world leader in technology and innovation for spark plugs and oxygen sensors. We are expanding our core ceramic technologies and developing solutions that resolve social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 2-5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis
• Proficiency with SAP FI/CO, including data extraction, reporting, and end‑to‑end process understanding
• Experience with automated forecasting tools (One Stream, Anaplan, Jedox) is a plus
• Strong ability to analyze large, complex datasets; BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) highly desirable
• Advanced Excel skills (VBA, Power Query, complex formulas, modeling, pivot tables)
• Previous experience in automotive supplier or manufacturing environment preferred; familiarity with cost accounting and manufacturing KPIs (OEE, scrap, utilization)
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving capabilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to present complex information to non‑financial stakeholders
• Collaborative, able to work across departments and interact with internal customers at all levels
• High attention to detail and quality of work
• Self‑directed, able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

• Ability to see and hear (correctable)
• Ability to communicate verbally and via email
• Ability to operate keyboard

• Conduct comprehensive financial modeling, including sensitivity and scenario analyses, to support strategic decision‑making and risk assessment
• Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, profitability, and operational efficiency to provide actionable insights to management
• Lead the development and analysis of the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long‑range strategic plans
• Develop, model, and analyze detailed cash‑flow statements and forecasts (direct and indirect)
• Serve as key user and subject‑matter expert for SAP FI/CO
• Extract, transform, and analyze large datasets from SAP and other financial systems, ensuring integrity and accuracy
• Develop and maintain financial reports and dashboards using SAP and/or BI tools
  
  Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and automate data retrieval and reporting through SAP capabilities
• Analyze KPIs and present insights clearly to senior leadership
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and performance reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and external reporting standards (GAAP/IFRS)
• Support business partners with Cap Ex tracking, project profitability analysis, and cost‑saving initiatives
• Assist with due diligence and integration activities for M&A, as needed
• Develop training materials and provide guidance to associates on financial processes and systems
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including IATF, ISO, ISMS, QMS, and safety policies

• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical up to 92% coverage, HSA contribution, Dental, Vision, Life)
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage from start date
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, no vesting period, starting 30 days after start date
• Generous leave plans, including paid time off, sick time, regular and floating holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Finance

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Wixom, MI