Associate Financial Analyst - Engineering Research & Development

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Insurance options

Company vehicle lease

Family building benefit

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan refinancing

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Finance Controlling support analyst for ER&D spending across programs. You will work with Engineering, Purchasing, and Product Finance to manage budgeted, actual, and forecast spending and report to management.

This role develops forecasts and budgets, explains variances, and tracks direct/indirect cost center spending. You will review requisitions, identify cost-reduction opportunities, and perform ledger deep dives as part of a collaborative,

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Forecast and Budget development
• Actual and Forecast reporting/variance explanations
• Direct Program/Indirect Cost Center spending and KPI tracking
• Review and Approval of spending requisitions
• Cost reduction opportunity identification
• Direct/Indirect Cost controlling and ledger deep dives
• Cost Center mapping/reporting/management
• Ad-hoc reporting/special projects as needed

Job description

This is a great opportunity to gain experience as support to the Finance Controlling of Engineering, Research & Development (ER&D) spending across multiple programs.

This individual works closely with Engineering, Purchasing, and Product Finance staff to manage and control all aspects of spending directly/indirectly supporting approved programs. Each analyst shares ownership with the Engineering team of the development, reporting, and tracking of budgeted, actual, and forecast spending for assigned programs. This role interacts very closely with the Engineering Operations teams as a direct business partner.

What you'll do:

• Forecast and Budget development
• Actual and Forecast reporting/variance explanations
• Direct Program/Indirect Cost Center spending and KPI tracking
• Review and Approval of spending requisitions
• Cost reduction opportunity identification
• Direct/Indirect Cost controlling and ledger deep dives
• Cost Center mapping/reporting/management
• Ad-hoc reporting/special projects as needed

What you'll learn:

• The ability to work with operational counterparts while practicing financial management (forecasts, budgets)
• Manage collaboration with engineering counterparts to optimize efficiency of ER&D spending from cost controllership perspective
• The ability to work with large data sets, and the ability to summarize (and often times present) the material in a clear and concise manner to all levels of management
• Learn engineering's product development process as well as the management process throughout the vehicle lifecycle

What this role will prepare you for:

Provides exposure to various “Industrial” areas, and therefore provides excellent background for rotational positions in the following areas:

• Product Finance
• Purchasing Finance
• Manufacturing Finance

Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with:

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.