Global Finance Specialist: Budgeting, Forecasting & SAP

Textron; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron is seeking a Finance Specialist to lead budgeting, cost control, and month-end close activities in Detroit, MI. The role supports global automotive supplier operations with strong Excel and SAP skills, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting.

The ideal candidate has a university degree in finance/controlling, prior controller experience, and familiarity with manufacturing environments. This full-time position offers SAW-compliant processes and opportunities within a global

Qualifications

• University degree in Business administration/Controlling/Finance or related field.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Previous experience as a controller or finance specialist preferred.
• Familiarity with global automotive supplier manufacturing preferred.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Budget and cost center planning according to AOP process.
• Manage standard cost changes and costing of BOMs, including annual standard cost roll.
• Ensure month-end closing accuracy (journal entries and reconciliations).
• Perform sales forecasting and accruals.
• Analyze actual costs vs. forecast and AOP variances.
• Code pricing variances/deductions for AR.
• Provide monthly forecast updates.
• Report to management and HQ on due dates and requirements.
• Identify risks/opportunities and action plans to mitigate impacts.
• Develop and document workflows in line with Textron policies and SOX (404).
• Coordinate annual stock/inventory process.
• Provide weekly KPI and financial reporting.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Microsoft Office

Financial analysis

Education

University degree in Business administration/Controlling/Finance or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Textron is seeking a Finance Specialist to lead budgeting, cost control, and month-end close activities in Detroit, MI. The role supports global automotive supplier operations with strong Excel and SAP skills, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting.

The ideal candidate has a university degree in finance/controlling, prior controller experience, and familiarity with manufacturing environments. This full-time position offers SAW-compliant processes and opportunities within a global