Revenue Forecasting Analyst

Gentherm•Novi, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst supports the North America budget and forecasting processes on a weekly, quarterly, and yearly basis. This role will work closely with the North America Sales Team to deliver reports and analysis to understand customer trends and influence decision making. The North America Financial Analyst will be responsible for delivering detailed sales data analytics by customer, program, and technology to various levels of management throughout the organization and supports the month end closing activities.

Requirements

2-3 years of position-related experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Nice To Haves

Experience working with global budgeting or forecasting
Advanced Excel experience, including complex formulas, simple macros, process automation, complex graphs, and pivot tables
Automotive and/or Manufacturing Experience
SAP Experience
Strong Communication skills
Ability to present to management & senior leadership

Responsibilities

Assist in North America sales budget & forecasting process by working with Account Managers to ensure accurate information
Work closely with the Sales Department to report and analyze volume and prices variances on a monthly and quarterly basis
Work with the manufacturing locations to develop a weekly/monthly sales forecast to give regional management updated revenue information
Track monthly pricing accruals & LTA’s, to monitor the status of long-term agreements and ensure compliance.
Perform documentation for SOX-controls to Auditors
Support Sales Team at Recovery activities and validate the P&L impact
Maintain and update product hierarchies in the Part Sales Workflow in SAP to ensure accurate categorization and reporting
Support margin analysis by identifying the Leakers & Bleeders by tracking underperforming products for corrective actions
Analyze cost structures and recommend cost saving opportunities
Maintain and update product hierarchies in the Part Sales Workflow in SAP to ensure accurate categorization and reporting