Financial Planning Specialist I

Ultium Cells Overview Ultium Cells, LLC. is a joint venture Lithium-ion automotive battery cell manufacturing plant between LG Energy Solution, Ltd., and General Motors. This high-technology plant is a new construction that has the latest in battery cell manufacturing technology. This $2.3 billion investment is among the largest battery cell manufacturing plants in the world. Ultium Cells produces battery cells for General Motors’ North American electric vehicle applications. Ultium Cells Overview Ultium Cells, LLC. is a joint venture Lithium-ion automotive battery cell manufacturing plant between LG Energy Solution, Ltd., and General Motors. This high-technology plant is a new construction that has the latest in battery cell manufacturing technology. This $2.3 billion investment is among the largest battery cell manufacturing plants in the world. Ultium Cells produces battery cells for General Motors’ North American electric vehicle applications. Ultium Cells’ partners include LG Energy Solution, Ltd.; the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive battery cells, and General Motors; a global company committed to delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around. Job Description Ultium Cells seeks a Financial Specialist who is responsible for collecting and studying the financial and operational data to analyze profitability of the business, extracting and defining relevant information. The candidate will dig into complex datasets to analyze trends and translate them into actionable insights for continuous process/profitability improvements. This role also will be able to communicate with cross-functional teams and individuals within the company. Job Responsibilities Include, But Not Limited To Assist with the budget preparation, financial planning and forecasting update Develop the yearly budget, pro forma financial statements and communicate action plan with the cross functional teams Manage the Monthly Rolling Forecast; communicate with each function and develop tactics to attain the budget. Perform cost variance analyses in key indicators (forecast vs. actual) Capital expenditure (Capex) / Operating expense management Target battery cell price development; establish target cell price and facilitate the concurrence discussion among the stakeholders Assist functional teams with budget questions and provide guideline on PR/PO process (GL, cost center, approval line) Perform ad hoc analyses to provide financial recommendations to the leadership Handle confidential information in a discreet and professional manner Required Qualifications and Competencies Minimum 2 years of Financial Planning & Analysis or relevant experience preferred Strong analytical, financial modeling, and reporting skills Break-work-in-silo mentality Time, Quantity, Quality trade-off management Communication and presentation skills Preferred Knowledge in the automotive or/and battery industry and manufacturing SAP experience Corporate finance Bilingual in English and Korean Total Rewards Information We offer market-competitive compensation including base pay and incentive compensation opportunities based on the achievement of Company goals. We offer employees paid time off to refresh and recharge. Our total rewards program is designed to enrich your life at work and includes the following benefits: 100% Employer paid medical, dental and vision Generous Holiday Schedule Tuition Assistance for continuing education Vehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehicles Communication Stipend for Personal Cell Phone Comfortable air-conditioned work environment Ultium Cells LLC Is An Equal Opportunity Employer We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law. Ultium Cells will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which Visa-sponsorship will be provided. Individuals that need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are NOT eligible for hire for this role. Employee may be exposed to or working with hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste. Upon hire, employee will receive initial Environmental training over RCRA, SWPPP, SPCC, and emergency escalation. Annual refresher training will be completed every year after to fulfill the requirements of 40 CFR. Other training to be provided as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr