Senior Financial Analyst - Software & IT Controllership

The Software & Information Technology (IT) Controllership team is looking for a motivated, inquisitive, and detail-oriented analyst to join their team. This role serves as the primary technical accounting reviewer for GM's IT contracts and software agreements — an area with well-established practices and meaningful exposure to emerging challenges including AI, software-defined vehicles, shifting software delivery models, and new accounting standards. The ideal candidate brings strong critical thinking and analytical instincts, a collaborative approach, and a genuine excitement for independent work, strategic partnership, and continuous improvement. What You’ll Do Serve as the primary accounting reviewer and enterprise center of excellence for IT and software contracts — covering cloud-hosting, SaaS, term software, financed licenses, professional services, and in-vehicle software Independently research and apply relevant accounting guidance (including ASC 350-40, financed software, and SaaS frameworks) to analyze proposed agreements and develop well-supported accounting conclusions; prepare and manage technical accounting review memos and supporting documentation through GM's full internal approval workflow Partner directly with SW & Tech Purchasing buyers, Finance, Legal, and business leadership to communicate accounting positions, resolve open questions, and manage contract review timelines; maintain an active contract review pipeline and provide timely status updates to leadership Lead the monthly Accounting & Finance Alignment meeting with SW & Tech Purchasing and Finance to communicate accounting requirements and process updates; develop and deliver annual technical accounting training for buyers on software agreement requirements Prepare and post monthly journal entries in SAP, including capitalized software entries, prepaids, and accruals, with no SOX deficiencies; complete monthly account reconciliations and support external and internal audit requests with timely, well-organized responses Lead and manage the high-visibility Software & IT quarterly disclosure review sub-certification process — supporting certifications for GM's external financial reporting in 10-Qs/10-Ks — coordinating across sub-certifiers and senior leaders to ensure timely quarterly completion Prepare quarterly balance sheet analytics, including variance explanations and trend commentary, for inclusion in quarterly reporting and leadership presentations Maintain a strong control environment in partnership with GM's Financial Assurance team and external auditors — proactively streamlining processes, enhancing control procedures, and leveraging new technologies and solutions to drive more robust controls and impactful reporting Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests Model GM's desired behaviors, including safety, and actively promote GM's culture of inclusion Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business or related field Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) 5+ years of relevant experience Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and internal controls frameworks Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to understand and apply accounting and financial reporting standards (US GAAP), including translating technical guidance into clear, practical accounting conclusions Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to work through ambiguous or non-routine issues and arrive at a well-supported position Attention to detail and ability to prioritize and deliver accurately across a high volume of concurrent priorities Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective partnerships across business teams, purchasing, and finance — communicating accounting concepts in a clear and approachable way Inquisitive, growth-oriented mindset with a genuine interest in improving processes, learning new tools and technologies (including AI-enabled solutions), and driving innovation Ability to embrace and manage change Desired Qualifications Develop a detailed understanding of GM's IT contract and software agreement processes to identify accounting risks, control gaps, and opportunities to streamline processes and controls Apply knowledge of ASC 350-40, SaaS, financed software, and related guidance to independently analyze complex and non-routine software agreements Assist with internal and external financial reporting, including analyzing consolidated results, preparing quarterly sub-certification packages, and supporting 10-Q/10-K disclosure requirements Research and interpret new accounting standards relevant to software and technology arrangements and evaluate applicability to GM's agreements and reporting obligations Build and maintain trusted relationships with SW & Tech Purchasing buyers, Finance, cross-functional business partners, and GM's Global Technical Accounting team; serve as a go-to resource for accounting guidance on new and complex agreements, escalating emerging or non-routine matters appropriately Develop analytics and tools to provide insights into Software & IT balances, trends, and exposures for business units and leadership Recommend automation approaches, analytics, and data processing solutions to meet business objectives Initiate and support enhancements that improve the quality and speed of the monthly close process Complete special assignments outside of core job responsibilities Experience with software, SaaS, or technology-sector accounting Public accounting firm experience (preferred) Location Hybrid. This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Global HQ Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business]. Relocation This role is NOT eligible for relocation benefits. GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.) #J-18808-Ljbffr General Motors