Financial Planner & Analyst Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 114,965 - 143,706; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi America, Ltd. in Santa Clara, CA invites you to join as Financial Planner & Analyst Manager in its R&D division. You will manage the annual budget, monitor cash flow, analyze P&L and provide insights to senior management to drive financial performance across global teams.

This role requires a strong finance background, advanced Excel, SAP familiarity, and the ability to collaborate with overseas partners. Occasional travel and after-hours readiness are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five or more years of work experience in finance and accounting are required.
• Knowledge of general accounting rules.
• Knowledge of contracts is highly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge of SAP is preferred.
• Prior experience with R&D preferred.
• Experience in Japanese company and Japanese language skill preferred.
• Should possess strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work outside regular working hours for conference calls and meetings with global partners.
• Should be able and willing to travel occasionally within the US and overseas as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare R&D division's annual budget, and perform interim budget analysis for global R&D division and Hitachi America including schedule management.
• Facilitate receiving of funds from overseas and group companies, customers and government entities.
• Gather data to track cash flow performance.
• Prepare and perform analysis of P&L, financial statements monthly.
• Assemble and track monthly spends of labs within the R&D and provide recommendations, suggest solutions, and identify risks to efficiently utilize the funds allocated.
• Perform analytical assignments and prepare/distribute actual and budget reports.
• Communicate with stakeholders in a clear and concise manner and prepare the necessary documents to maintain / improve the quality and efficiency of the process.
• Ensure compliance of R&D division with accounting rule including managing fixed assets/small assets by notifying members of R&D.
• Prepare and manage necessary documents for the internal audit.
• Collaborate and work with Hitachi America CF&A division and Hitachi R&D F&A division in Japan.
• Will involve hours outside regular work time for teleconference and meeting.
• Support proposal development and application procedures for government-funded R&D programs from a financial perspective.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Contract knowledge

Japanese language

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

5+ years finance experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location: Santa Clara, California, United States | Job ID: R0139818 | Date Posted: 2026-07-30 | Company Name: HITACHI AMERICA, LTD. | Profession (Job Category): Finance | Job Schedule: Full time | Remote: No

Title: Financial Planner & Analyst Manager

Company: Hitachi America, Ltd. Division: R&D Location: Santa Clara, CA Status: Regular Full-Time

About Hitachi America, Ltd. Hitachi America, Ltd. is the regional headquarters for Hitachi Group companies in the Americas, overseeing the U.S., Canada, and Latin America markets. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Hitachi Americas has been deeply committed to its Social Innovation Business since its establishment in 1959, addressing society's most pressing challenges through innovative solutions. Leveraging its expertise and resources, Hitachi Americas and its subsidiary companies operate across diverse sectors, including transportation, energy, mobility, industrial manufacturing, healthcare, digital engineering, data analytics and others. Driven by Digital, Green, and Innovation, Hitachi Americas remains at the forefront of pioneering solutions that shape the future. For further details, please visit https://www.hitachi.us/. Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi contributes to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates globally in four sectors - Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries - and the Strategic SIB Business Unit for new growth businesses. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi generates value from integrating data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025) totaled 9,783.3 billion yen, with 618 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 280,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.

Summary We are looking for a Financial Planner & Analyst Manager professional to join our team in R&D. In this role, you will contribute to effectively managing the finances of R&D. You’ll get a chance to engage with senior management and support their decisions for improving performance, identify risks and design solutions within the organization. We are now streamlining the current practices for matching global standard practices of Hitachi and offering opportunities for skill-building and professional growth in this position. This position is a perfect match for a motivated individual who is passionate about finance and driving positive change in the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare R&D division's annual budget, and perform interim budget analysis for global R&D division and Hitachi America including schedule management.
• Facilitate receiving of funds from overseas and group companies, customers and government entities.
• Gather data to track cash flow performance.
• Prepare and perform analysis of P&L, financial statements monthly.
• Assemble and track monthly spends of labs within the R&D and provide recommendations, suggest solutions, and identify risks to efficiently utilize the funds allocated.
• Perform analytical assignments and prepare/distribute actual and budget reports.
• Communicate with stakeholders in a clear and concise manner and prepare the necessary documents to maintain / improve the quality and efficiency of the process.
• Ensure compliance of R&D division with accounting rule including managing fixed assets/small assets by notifying members of R&D.
• Prepare and manage necessary documents for the internal audit.
• Collaborate and work with Hitachi America CF&A division and Hitachi R&D F&A division in Japan.
• Will involve hours outside regular work time for teleconference and meeting.
• Support proposal development and application procedures for government-funded R&D programs from a financial perspective.

Requirements

• Bachelor 's degree and five or more years of work experience in finance and accounting are required.
• Knowledge of general accounting rules.
• Knowledge of contracts is highly preferred.
• Advance Excel skills.
• Knowledge of SAP is preferred.
• Prior experience with R&D preferred.
• Experience in Japanese company and Japanese language skill preferred.
• Should possess strong analytical skills problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work outside regular working hours for conference calls and meetings with global partners.
• Should be able and willing to travel occasionally within the US and overseas as needed.

Our Values

We are proud to say we are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to any factor that doesn’t impact your ability to do the job, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We are proud of Japanese heritage, with our values expressed through the Hitachi Spirit: Wa - Harmony, Trust, Respect Makoto - Sincerity, Fairness, Honesty, Integrity Kaitakusha-Seishin - Pioneering Spirit, Challenge

For California only (as required by California's Pay Transparency for Pay Equity Act (SB 1162): A good faith estimate of the expected salary for this position in our California office salary range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire is $114,965 - $143,706.

Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area.

Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi America's variable pay program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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