Manufacturing Financial Analyst
About The Position
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. Finance strategically partners with operations to drive outstanding business results and enhance Ford’s industry leadership. When you join us, you’ll be able to contribute financial expertise that impacts all areas of our company, including planning, manufacturing, marketing and global distribution. In this position... Join the finance team at the Buffalo Stamping Plant, a critical hub in Ford’s manufacturing footprint. Buffalo Stamping Plant produces sheet metal parts for a variety of products including the Super Duty, F-150, Expedition, Econoline, and Bronco. The plant is located in Hamburg, New York, around 7 miles south of downtown Buffalo. We are seeking a detail-oriented, high-energy Plant Financial Analyst, who will work closely with the Plant Controller. This critical role provides the operating management committee with financial analysis on daily, weekly, and monthly operating results. This role partners with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and operations, to deliver cost insights, KPI analysis, and support strategic budgeting and forecasting.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Math, Statistics or a related field.
- Experience: 3+ years in Finance/ Accounting in Manufacturing Environment
- Communication: Demonstrated ability to confidently communicate with all levels of the management structure and across multiple skill teams (e.g., Finance, Operations, HR, etc.)
- Analytical Rigor: Excellent analytical ability, high attention to detail, and a proven history of data-driven decision-making.
- Mindset: A self-starter and adaptive learner who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
Nice To Haves
- MBA preferred
- Experience with modern system tools such as Alteryx, Power BI, PowerApps, Python, or Google Cloud Platform.
- You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
Responsibilities
- Develop and analyze a daily manufacturing cost package in MS Excel
- Supporting Month End Closure by preparing Journal Entries
- Develop and maintain various KPI operating metrics to help management team drive operating efficiency.
- Monthly forecasting and annual budget development
- Work with various departments to develop and analyze projects.
- Participate in audits and internal control assessments.
- Identify and implement emerging technologies to modernize plant operations and enhance the efficiency of the Controller’s office.
Benefits
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
