Senior Budget Analyst

Hyundai Motor Company • Ypsilanti Charter Township, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI), we are shaping the future of mobility through innovation, advanced engineering, and global collaboration. Our finance team is growing and we are seeking a highly analytical and collaborative Senior Budget Analyst to join our team in Superior Township. In this role, you will be at the center of strategic decision-making, guiding R&D investments, partnering with cross-regional teams, and ensuring financial excellence across complex, high-impact programs. If that sounds like you, apply today! (Please note, we are seeking professionals proficient in Korean language, written and/or spoken)

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in budget analysis, financial planning, or engineering related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite (incl. Teams and SharePoint)
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Korean language proficiency

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the automotive industry
• Familiarity with Smartsheet or similar tools
• SAP

Responsibilities

• Lead budget coordination for Michigan-based R&D teams, including project, vehicle, and fixed asset budgets
• Partner cross-regionally with California teams to ensure alignment and consistency
• Support annual planning cycles and budget recovery processes
• Review budget submissions and provide feedback to ensure compliance and readiness for leadership approval
• Prepare and present budgets to internal committees
• Conduct monthly budget forecasting, variance analysis, and performance reporting
• Analyze spending trends, identify execution gaps, and proactively recommend solutions
• Perform ROI analysis for large-scale budgets (300M KRW+)
• Act as the primary liaison for HQ Finance and collaborate closely with Korea-based stakeholders
• Lead monthly budget performance meetings with Michigan teams; support California team reviews
• Engage underperforming teams to resolve budget execution challenges
• Co-manage the budget database, Microsoft 365 Group, and SharePoint environments
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of Michigan data and validate cross-regional data
• Drive continuous improvement of budget processes, reporting standards, and systems
• Train internal teams on budgeting tools, policies, and best practices

Benefits

• Zero dollar employee premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick and abundant holidays
• A global environment that fosters diversity
• Competitive salaries
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior