Financial Analyst

At Ford, we're looking for a detail-oriented, high-energy Plant Financial Analyst to join our team at the Sterling Axle Plant. As a key member of the finance team, you will provide financial analysis on daily, weekly, and monthly operating results to the operating management committee. You will also partner with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and operations, to deliver cost insights, KPI analysis, and support strategic budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and analyze a daily manufacturing cost package in MS Excel
• Support Month End Closure by preparing Journal Entries
• Develop and maintain various KPI operating metrics to help management team drive operating efficiency
• Monthly forecasting and annual budget development
• Work with various departments to develop and analyze projects
• Participate in audits and internal control assessments
• Identify and implement emerging technologies to modernize plant operations and enhance the efficiency of the Controller's office

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Math, Statistics or a related field
• 5+ years in Finance/Accounting in Manufacturing Environment
• Demonstrated ability to confidently communicate with all levels of the management structure and across multiple skill teams (e.g., Finance, Operations, HR, etc.)
• Excellent analytical ability, high attention to detail, and a proven history of data-driven decision-making
• A self-starter and adaptive learner who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills

Even better you'll have:

• Experience with modern system tools such as Alteryx, Power BI, PowerApps, Python, or Google Cloud Platform
• Master's Degree Business