What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Financial Analyst position at American Axle & Mfg., Inc.?
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Senior Financial AnalystJob Description Summary
As a Senior Financial Analyst at AAM's Oxford Manufacturing Facility, you will be the primary consultant to the Finance Manager. This high-impact role is responsible for collecting, monitoring, and studying financial and operational data for both reporting and recommending actions based on that information.The ideal candidate is highly motivated, self-starting, and displays effective time management, attention to detail, and able to efficiently digest operational/financial information with firm deadlines.
Job Description
Lead and champion weekly forecast performance vs actual estimates through financial reports, discussions with department leaders, including Purchasing, Maintenance, Materials & Quality.
Lead and champion Sales, AR, & AP functions
Reconcile Sales and AP transactions, independently providing corrective solutions where applicable.
Primary champion of month-end close process including journal entry preparation, and discussions with department leads to identify accrual needs.
Primary driver of monthly financial forecasting process.
Perform quarterly self-assessment testing for Sarbanes Oxley.
Champion quarterly Inventory and Financial Analytic results
Assists in the yearly budgeting process, including activity-based costing models and part profitability analysis.
Assist in Annual Standard Roll in ERP System (Plex).
Supports Annual Physical Inventory Observations where needed.
Assist and support Annual Finance for Non-Finance Personnel Classes, including presentation.
Support with significant Ad-hoc reports & special requests from plant leadership, department leads, etc.
Mentor Financial Co-Ops and Interns
Support AAM Operating System Standards with understanding of Policies and procedures.
Required Skills and Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; in accounting or finance
3 - 5 years of experience within Accounting/Plant Finance
1 year of experience using PLEX (or comparable Manufacturing ERP)
Strong understanding of Accounting Transactions/Debits/Credits is critical.
Preferred:
5 - 7 Years of experience within Accounting/Plant Finance and advanced degree prefered
Advanced Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes
Ability to apply software programs to extract data; including, but not limited to, Plex, Hyperion, Oracle, Sharepoint, Workday, and Visual Lease
Must enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment
Advanced oral and written communication skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
High level of analytical ability to troubleshoot where problems are complex
1 year experience within an automotive, forging, or similar industry
1 year experience in a union environment
About AAM:
As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.
Why Join #TeamAAM:
As a member of #TeamAAM, you'll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you'll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM...and the world.
AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
