Sr Financial Business Planning Analyst

BMW Group•Woodcliff Lake, NJ

86d•$62,500 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As an independent group of companies, the BMW Group has a commitment to creativity and breakthrough ideas that goes well beyond the racetrack. In order to continuously create ultimate driving machines, we drive our growth and design excellence by staffing our teams with individuals who are innovative and always looking for the next great idea. If you share our vision and view yourself as an independent, creative thinker, we invite you to join our team in this exceptional role located in Woodcliff Lake, NJ. Sr Financial Business Planning Analyst is responsible for overseeing the update and implementation of the BMW/MINI Business Management month-end reporting process for over 450 dealers, including comprehensive programs to maximize retailer financial performance and profitability. You will provide training on Financial Statement and Center Management Reports to regional teams, enabling field employees to effectively consult dealerships and improve profitability. Also, collaborate with IT and Oracle teams to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and continuously trains over 150 employees on the Oracle Hyperion system.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business preferred
7- 10 years of Business Operations Experience (i.e. Business Analyst, Operations Analyst, Automotive Sales or Operations/Planning Experience)
3-5 years Functional Finance/Accounting experience
Excellent knowledge of accounting principles & practices
Hyperion/Oracle Cloud Data and Reporting/ IFT experience

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant / Master of Business Administration is a plus

Responsibilities

Provide Hyperion/Oracle Cloud training and consultation to field personnel to improve business management and financial analysis skills.
Manage the BMW center accounting process, including Dealer Financial Statement month-end close, edit check processes, and the Recognition Program to ensure data quality and accuracy.
Serve as the IFT system subject matter expert and oversee financial statement changes in collaboration with DMS vendors and IT to support organizational objectives.
Develop, maintain, and analyze BMW center performance reports, update the Retailer Accounting Procedures Manual annually, issue accounting bulletins, and generate ad-hoc management reports for BMW Group personnel.
Calculate Working Capital Requirements and support the Legal Department with financial statements and composite reports for litigations.
Assist in organizing and conducting business management seminars for BMW NA and BMW center personnel and provide Hyperion/Oracle Cloud Financial System training.
Manage annual and quarterly financial reporting for AG, support the $60M BMW and MINI Dealer Cost per Vehicle budget, and ensure the accuracy of the Hyperion/Oracle Cloud database.