Lead Incentives Program Analyst

Job Title

Maintains responsibility for financial and analytical support of all Subaru of America (SOA) product incentive programs, including monthly Subaru Motors Finance (SMF) program rollouts to the Field. Handles critical relationships with SOA sales operations and production management, as well as key external business partners including SOA's private label finance relationship with SMF. Leads development and maintenance of financial models for effective pricing analysis of SMF programs, as well as new vehicle sales penetrations and off-lease remarketing programs.

Core Responsibilities

• Leads staff of Incentives Analysts in creation, review, and distribution of monthly SMF Incentives programs. Independently conducts analysis of financial and market data from multiple sources to present credible Incentive Program plans.
• Reviews monthly Chase bill audit process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness. Monitors the process, recommends process improvements, and provides direction and oversight to junior staff conducting audits.
• Prepares Quarterly Residual Reserves studies, Subaru Motors Finance (SMF) Interim Reviews, semi-annual Subaru Corporation (SBR) Guaranty, and EMC schedules.
• Reviews incentive communications including review of SMF marketing materials to expedite and control the flow of information to various areas including Regions, Zones, retailers, Subaru.com, Subarunet, Dealer.com, Independent Distributors, etc. Serves as main point of contact for communications development and distribution before manager approval.
• Coordinates vendor relationship with ALG, providing carline and model year vehicle data and incentives for determination of Subaru carlines' Residual Values.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provides support to company Japan's Financial Instruments and Exchange Law (J-SOX) control requirements as needed.
• Serves in a lead role in ensuring department workflow optimization, reporting, and analysis of effectiveness of the unit including efficiencies through continued automation and/or utilization of financial software tools.

Required Skills & Personal Qualifications

• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and strong negotiation skills.
• Experience with retailer finance department personnel and operations.
• Experience with OneStream and PowerBI tools.
• Expert knowledge of automotive finance credit decisioning.
• Expert knowledge of retail and lease products.
• Expert user of Microsoft Office Suite and other Subaru of America (SOA) software applications.
• Proficiency with Oracle products and Microsoft Access.

Education & Experience Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 6 to 8 years of progressive experience required.

Work Environment

• Office Location: Camden, NJ apart of the Greater Philadelphia Area (Philly)
• Hybrid Role: Hybrid Role - Remote work 2 days per week (after 90 days) [Wednesdays & Fridays]
• Required Travel: 5%

Compensation: The recruiting base salary range for this full-time position is $83000 - $110000 / year. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Additionally, this role is bonus-eligible, with a target bonus percentage that provides an opportunity to earn even more based on your performance. (Internal Job Grade: P3)

Why Join Us? In addition to competitive salary and an incomparable culture, Subaru offers an amazing benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Pension, Profit Sharing, and 401K Match Offerings
• 15 Vacation days, 5 Floating Holidays, 5 Sick days, and 9 Company Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program: $15,000 yearly benefit
• Vehicle Discount Programs
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Direct partnership with senior leadership
• Formal Mentorship Program
• LinkedIn Learning License

About Subaru

Love. It's what makes Subaru, Subaru. As a leading auto brand in the US, we strive to be More Than a Car Company. Subaru believes in being a positive force in the communities in which we live and work, not just with donations but with actions that set an example for others to follow. That's what we call our Subaru Love Promise.

Subaru is a globally renowned automobile manufacturer known for its commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability. With a rich history dating back to 1953, Subaru has consistently pushed the boundaries of automotive engineering to deliver vehicles that offer not only exceptional performance but also a unique blend of utility and adventure.

Subaru's company culture is built on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for our product. We foster an inclusive environment that encourages employees to bring their unique perspectives and talents to the table. Our team members are driven by a common goal: to create exceptional vehicles that inspire and delight our customers.