Program Planning Analyst

Ford • Dearborn, MI

389d

About The Position

The Program Planning Analyst at Ford Motor Company is a critical role focused on leading the financial planning and execution of engineering projects. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills to manage multiple complex projects, ensuring compliance and timely completion while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Engineering required.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive and proactive attitude, with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with complex formulas and data analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and effectively utilize new software systems, including Ford Corporate Systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and assignments concurrently, while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Commitment to high ethical standards and integrity.
• Strong customer service orientation, dedicated to providing exceptional support and exceeding expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of new financial projects.
• Identify waste and opportunities to modernize business practices in the Program Financial Control team.
• Manage the movement of funds between line items to optimize project implementation and ensure timely execution.
• Conduct thorough audits of all spending requisitions to ensure accuracy and strict adherence to Ford Finance Manual rules and guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with Plant Finance to effectively manage and track capital assets assigned to plants.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to engineering teams on financial processes, best practices, and company guidelines.
• Foster strong working relationships and effective communication with cross-functional stakeholders, including Process Engineers, Supervisors, Managers, Program Leaders, Manufacturing Finance, Property Accounting, and India Project Control.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Prescription drug insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree