Senior Financial Analyst, GM Defense Programs

General Motors Company; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GM Defense Programs in Warren, Michigan is seeking a seasoned Senior Financial Analyst to support program finance for defense programs. You will monitor, forecast, and analyze financial performance, maintaining Estimates at Complete (EACs) and ensuring alignment with contracts and schedules.

In this hybrid role you will partner with cross-functional teams, develop baselines, manage revenue recognition (ASC 606), and deliver insightful reports to leadership through advanced Excel analyses and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in program finance or similar finance roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting concepts and accounting.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with SAP, Hyperion, and Dassian is a plus.
• Experience with EVMS and financial modeling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to translate financial data into insights and recommendations.
• Prepare and maintain program forecasts (EACs, rolling forecasts, P&L, cash flow).
• Develop program baselines and manage revenue recognition and cost/schedule forecasts.
• Analyze variances and risks; support mitigation planning.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership.

Skills

5+ years experience

Excel

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

SAP (PEG)

Dassian

Hyperion

Job description

Senior Financial Analyst, GM Defense Programs### Senior Financial Analyst, GM Defense ProgramsApply: Hybrid: Warren, Michigan, United States of America: Full time: Posted Today: JR-202617124**Job Description****The Role:**GM Defense (GMD) is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic **Program Finance Analyst** to play a pivotal role in our strategic growth. The ideal candidate is eager to showcase their talents and make a significant impact on our success.As a Program Finance Analyst, you will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and forecasting program financial performance to ensure GMD meets our financial commitments for both current and future programs. You will maintain accurate **Estimates at Complete (EACs)**, driving revenue, cost, and resource expectations, ultimately maximizing program profitability. This is a key position where your insights will directly support program and financial management, helping to guide critical decisions and ensure the financial health of our programs.**What You’ll Do:*** Partner proactively and collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders and other analysts, to translate financial data into insights and recommendations to help the business achieve its financial goals.* Prepare and maintain program financial forecasts (EACs, rolling forecasts, P&L, cash flow, production planning), ensuring accurate reflection of true cost expectations and alignment with contractual scope and schedule.* Develop and manage program baselines and plans, incorporating contractual changes and revenue recognition requirements (ASC 606) to maintain realistic and compliant cost and schedule forecasts.* Monitor and analyze program financial performance, including variance analysis to actuals, risk assessment, and mitigation planning for cost and schedule risks.* Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and ad-hoc analyses for program teams and GMD consolidated leadership, providing insights and recommendations to support investment, budgeting, and overall financial strategy.* Make the most of the internal business tools such as SAP (PEG) and Dassian for financial analysis needed.* Ensure standard processes are automated as far as possible and are working effectively. **Additional Job Description:****Yours Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):*** 5+ years of relevant experience* Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field* Strong knowledge and familiarity with financial reporting/accounting concepts* Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other office products* Ability to work independently and as part of a team* Strong collaboration and communication skills within Finance/Controllership and with operating partners* Defense or Government contracting experience **What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):*** Learning agility and intellectual curiosity* Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently with minimal guidance/supervision* Hyperion and SAP Experience* AI and data analysis experience* Knowledge of finance principles including ability to perform income statement analysis, cash flow statement analysis, etc.* Knowledge of EVMS* Financial modeling and valuation skills **Location: Hybrid. This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the - Global HQ Warren, Mi three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business]****Relocation: This role is NOT eligible for relocation benefits** **GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)**