Description
We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
Finance strategically partners with operations to drive outstanding business results and enhance Ford’s industry leadership. When you join us, you’ll be able to contribute financial expertise that impacts all areas of our company, including planning, manufacturing, marketing and global distribution.
In this position...
Ford’s Model e team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. Model e is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven, dedicated to delivering an industry-leading experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. Our Model e Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team supports the Model e CFO and Corporate Finance through the consolidation and analysis of Forecasts, Earnings, and Business Plans. This role serves as a key liaison with cross-functional partners to analyze the factors impacting our business.
This is a fast-paced, highly visible position offering significant opportunities for meaningful analysis, executive presentation, and professional networking.
Responsibilities
What you'll do...
- Financial Consolidation: Consolidate Global Model e financials for corporate reporting (monthly actuals/forecasts, quarterly earnings, and annual budgets), identifying and communicating key business insights
- Systems & Data Management: Serve as a lead for financial reporting systems; input, reconcile, and analyze data including Profit Matrix and Vehicle Line Income Statements to ensure financials align with key physicals
- Cross-Functional Liaison: Build strong relationships across the organization to reconcile management schedules, explain variances, and identify Risks and Opportunities (R&Os)
- Executive Support: Prepare and present comprehensive backup materials and financial deep-dives for Model e Leadership
- Ad-Hoc Analysis: Support high-priority projects including Quarterly Earnings prep, Investor Relations inquiries, Capital Markets Day, and Global Leadership reviews
- Continuous Improvement: Proactively simplify processes, eliminate waste, and implement workflow improvements to enhance team efficiency
Qualifications
You'll have...
- Bachelors degree
- At least 5 years of related experience
- Experience in operational analysis, profit analysis, and financial forecasting
- Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and sound business acumen
- A proactive self-starter who thrives in "white space" (ambiguous) environments and maintains a continuous improvement mentality
Even better, you may have...
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex data into clear, actionable takeaways for senior leadership
- Inquisitive nature with the ability to validate data logic and challenge assumptions through analysis, including practicing professional skepticism