Senior Financial Analyst - Financial Planning & Analysis

Confidential; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst - FP&A to join our global finance team in Detroit. You will consolidate results, drive planning, and partner with regional leaders to translate plant performance into a corporate narrative.

You will develop enterprise-level models, support ERP/FP&A implementations, and prepare executive packages while improving data automation and insights for strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field (MBA preferred)
• 5+ years progressive FP&A experience in automotive Tier 1 or industrial manufacturing
• Experience in multi-plant/global consolidation processes
• Advanced financial modeling and Excel; experience with ERP systems and planning tools (OneStream)
• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI) preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the consolidation of global annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow)
• Coordinate with regional FP&A teams to align on key assumptions (volumes, pricing, FX, commodities)
• Analyze consolidated results and variances; translate into clear leadership insights
• Support cash flow forecasting and working capital analysis
• Develop and maintain enterprise-level financial models and scenario analyses
• Prepare monthly/quarterly executive reporting packages with KPIs and commentary
• Enhance data integrity, reporting automation, and analytics (Power BI dashboards)
• Assist on FP&A/ERP system implementations and optimizations
• Support ad hoc analyses and special projects

Skills

Enterprise mindset

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Communication

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

MBA preferred

Tools

OneStream

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Job description

Join a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier driving innovation in mobility and manufacturing technology. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, global environment. We're seeking a Senior Finance Analyst - Financial Planning & Analysis.

Position Summary:

The Senior Finance Analyst, FP&A (Corporate) is a key member of the global finance team, responsible for consolidating financial results, driving enterprise-wide planning processes, and supporting executive decision-making across the company's supplier environment. This role partners with regional finance teams and leadership to provide insights into company performance, global trends, and strategic initiatives.

The position plays a critical role in translating regional- and plant-level performance into a cohesive corporate financial narrative. They support systems and tools for FP&A and drive continuous improvement in financial processes.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Lead the consolidation of global annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-range strategic plans, including income statement, balance sheet and cash flow.
• Coordinate with regional FP&A teams to ensure alignment on key assumptions (i.e. volumes, pricing, FX, and commodity impacts).
• Analyze consolidated financial results and variance analysis and translate into clear insights for leadership.
• Support consolidated cash flow forecasting and working capital analysis.
• Develop and maintain enterprise-level financial models, including scenario and sensitivity analyses.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly executive reporting packages, including KPIs, dashboards, and performance commentary.
• Enhance data integrity, reporting automation, and analytics capabilities (Power BI, dashboards, etc.).
• Support implementation and optimization of FP&A and ERP systems.
• Assist on ad hoc analysis and special projects, as needed.

Skill Requirements:

• Enterprise mindset with ability to connect plant-level performance to corporate outcomes.
• High attention to detail with ability to synthesize large datasets into clear messaging.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to engage within Finance and with operating partners.
• Ability to manage team deliverables and work towards deadlines with a sense of ownership and urgency.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field (MBA preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive FP&A experience, with strong preference for automotive Tier 1 or industrial manufacturing
• Experience in multi-plant and/or global organization with exposure to consolidation processes
• Advanced financial modeling and Excel skills, experience with ERP systems and planning tools (i.e. OneStream)
• Experience with data visualization tools (i.e. Power BI) preferred

Licensing or Special Certification Requirements:

Professional certifications such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can enhance qualifications

Working Conditions:

Office environment: work in an office setting. The office environment may be fast-paced and dynamic, especially during peak periods such as month-end or quarter-end close, budgeting cycles, or financial reporting periods.