Senior Budget Analyst

Join Hyundai America Tecnical Center's (HATCI) Finance & Accounting team, located in Superior Township, MI and play a critical role in fueling the future of automotive innovation. As a Senior Budget Analyst, you'll be at the center of our research and development investments, empowering teams, driving accountability, and ensuring our ambitious goals are backed by world-class financial strategy.

(Please note, we are seeking professionals proficient in Korean language, written and/or spoken)

• Lead budget coordination for Michigan-based R&D teams, including project, vehicle, and fixed asset budgets
• Partner cross-regionally with California teams to ensure alignment and consistency
• Support annual planning cycles and budget recovery processes

• Review budget submissions and provide feedback to ensure compliance and readiness for leadership approval
• Prepare and present budgets to internal committees
• Conduct monthly budget forecasting, variance analysis, and performance reporting
• Analyze spending trends, identify execution gaps, and proactively recommend solutions
• Perform ROI analysis for large-scale budgets (300M KRW+)

• Act as the primary liaison for HQ Finance and collaborate closely with Korea-based stakeholders
• Lead monthly budget performance meetings with Michigan teams; support California team reviews
• Engage underperforming teams to resolve budget execution challenges

• Co-manage the budget database, Microsoft 365 Group, and SharePoint environments
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of Michigan data and validate cross-regional data
• Drive continuous improvement of budget processes, reporting standards, and systems
• Train internal teams on budgeting tools, policies, and best practices

• 5+ years of experience in budget analysis, financial planning, or engineering related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite (incl. Teams and SharePoint)
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Korean language proficiency

Preferred skills :

• Experience in the automotive industry
• Familiarity with Smartsheet or similar tools
• SAP

• Zero dollar employee premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick and abundant holidays
• A global environment that fosters diversity
• Competitive salaries
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.