Enterprise Technology Financial Analyst I

GM Financial; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Tuition assistance

GM employee auto discount

Job summary

GM Financial in Arlington, TX is seeking an Enterprise Technology Financial Analyst I to support budgeting, headcount tracking, and cost optimization. You'll partner with cost center owners and FP&A to drive ROI reporting and streamline budgeting processes.

This role emphasizes data mining, dashboards, and ad hoc analyses, with collaboration across vendors and internal teams, and opportunities to advance continuous improvement in technology spending.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Excel and BI tools.
• Experience with large datasets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under time pressure.
• Certifications in digital technology or asset management are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze technology costs and identify areas for cost optimization and make recommendations for improvements or consolidations.
• Assist leadership team with finance inquiries, including requisitions, POs, staffing requests and ad-hoc reports.
• Partner with cost center owners to ensure clear ROI reporting on budget allocation and new spend requests.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and presentations to summarize budgets and performance.
• Provide monthly budget analysis and reporting to management in a clear, actionable format.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to drive continuous improvement in technology spending.

Skills

Excel expertise

BI tools

Data analysis

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

AI tools (Copilot)

Data mining tools

Job description

Why GM Financial?

GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.

Job Description

Why GM Financial?

GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.

At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture - an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work - we thrive.

Our Purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters

Responsibilities

About The Role

The Enterprise Technology Financial Analyst I is responsible for supporting and enhancing enterprise technology costs by optimizing efficiency, cost, scale, and quality. This role is responsible for maintaining department budgets, headcount tracking and improving operational processes. This role will also provide recommendations and help enhance our spending through reporting, ad hoc data mining, and analytical functions. The Financial Analyst is also responsible for summarizing and updating budgets for the technology spend and providing the details to department leaders. The Financial analyst will participate in business and system-related projects and collaborate with resources from other functional areas as well as external vendors and partners when necessary. The Financial Analyst will also champion operation excellence by creating and identifying procedural efficiencies related to budgeting, technology platform, and auditing.

In This Role You Will

• Analyze technology costs and identify areas for cost optimization and make recommendations for improvements or consolidations
• Assist leadership team, and FP&A, with finance related inquiries/requests, including, but not limited to requisitions, purchase orders, staffing requests and ad-hoc reports
• Partner with cost center owners in a collaborative manner to ensure clear ROI reporting on budget allocation and/or new request for spend
• Foster partnerships with internal customers to understand operational procedures and strategies to execute Enterprise Technology initiatives
• Perform reporting, ad hoc data mining, and analytical functions as needed to support information requests related to the budget management
• Present a monthly budget analysis and reporting to management in a clear, concise, accurate, and actionable format
• Develop and maintain thorough understanding of budget related data and information sources
• Identify processes and create efficiencies in financial planning and work capacity
• Develop dashboards, reports, and presentations
• Research any issues, problems, and escape as needed with follow through to resolution

Qualifications

What makes you a dream candidate?

• Expert knowledge of using Microsoft Excel and BI tools
• Demonstrated understanding and experience in accounting or financial management
• Understanding of data analysis, spreadsheet modeling, data mining, and query tools
• Prior experience working with large datasets
• Advanced skills with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Effective written and verbal presentation skills
• Detail oriented
• Capable of managing multiple and varied projects, including ability to coordinate and balance numerous tasks in a time-sensitive environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
• Proven ability to collaborate with various departments to achieve digital technology service goals
• Additional certifications in digital technology, IT asset management, service management, or related areas are a plus
• Additional certifications in technical asset management, vendor management, or related areas are a plus
• Continuous education and professional development are encouraged to stay current with industry trends and best practices

Additional Knowledge And Skills

• Ability to use AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to support daily work
• Skills in evaluating AI outputs for accuracy, compliance, and bias
• Experience integrating AI into workflows to improve efficiency or insights
• Familiarity with AI assisted research, summarization, and content generation
• Understanding of responsible AI use, including ethics and data protection

Experience & Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 0-2 years’ experience in financial analysis, budgeting, technology financial oversight, or a related field required

What We Offer

Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.

Our Culture

Our team members define and shape our culture - an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work - we thrive.

Compensation

Competitive pay and bonus eligibility

Work Life Balance

Flexible hybrid work environment, 3-days a week in office in Arlington, Texas

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