Financial Analyst

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. Ford's legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary. At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, we're not just assembling battery systems; we're leading a transformation. As a key member of our start-up team, you'll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up. Imagine: you, at the forefront of the electrification movement, helping to bring the next generation of vehicles to driveways, job sites and highways everywhere. In this position... What you'll do... Supporting all accounting-related activities including month, quarter, and year-end close processes in accordance with GAAP Support the development of accounting processes and recommending solutions to optimize accounting efficiency Support development and review of monthly Financial Statements Support monthly Account Reconciliation Support reporting requirements which include running ad hoc reports from S4 Hana Public Cloud Serve as accounting subject matter expert on a variety of cross-functional activities, including liaison with Parent Company Central Accounting and providing guidance to Operations Finance Production Incentives Support recoding, tracking and accounting for Advanced Manufacturing Production Tax Credits (PTC) Collaborate with operating team to collect and document backup support for calculating and reporting PTC. Interface with corporate stakeholders to ensure understanding of regulatory requirements, document retention, and overall compliance Supporting all tax-related activities Collaborate with Office of Tax Counsel by collecting and providing procurement and usage data to determine tax liability Support start up ad hoc process which can include researching and recording vendor-related taxes, including sales and use tax as needed Provide support in obtaining Direct Pay Certificate and Sales and Use Tax Certificate of Exemption Provide support for property and customs duty tax-related matters Advise operating team on impacts of tax code and selection criteria during Source To Pay process Support the development of financial and accounting reports to support supplier contract performance language Maintain effective internal controls and financial procedure Facilitate the use of advanced financial tools and utilize effective analysis of large data sets to enable improved delivery of responsibilities Candidates must possess full flexibility and a readiness to consistently work across all established standard, operating, and rotational shift schedules, encompassing day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts. · Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration; Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CFA, or CMA preferred; Manufacturing Experience Preferred · Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards coupled with internal control mindset · Proficiency with financial and accounting software, ERP systems and MS Office; Preferable advanced Excel skills along with knowledge of other analytical tools (e.g., Alteryx, Power BI etc.) · Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess complex business processes with high level of attention to detail and accuracy; ability to work with large data sets · Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work well across multiple functions, and willing team player You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases • Tuition assistance • Established and active employee resource groups • Paid time off for individual and team community service • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. This position is a salary grade and ranges from $65,100-$109,300. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io. #LI-Onsite #LI-DD3