Automotive Plant Financial Analyst

JOB TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

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.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

· 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.

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

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