Accounting Technology Analyst

Description

We made history and now we work to transform the future for our customers our communities and our families. Youll 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.

Finance strategically partners with operations to drive outstanding business results and enhance Fords industry leadership. When you join us youll be able to contribute financial expertise that impacts all areas of our company including planning manufacturing marketing and global distribution.

In this position...

The Accounting Technology Analyst role is for a technically minded professional who will apply computer science data automation and artificial intelligence skills to help drive efficiency and transformation in Accounting. Working alongside Accounting Finance and technology partners the analyst will identify repetitive or manual activities develop practical solutions and help scale capabilities that improve efficiency quality and control.

The role will support the broader Accounting transformation by automating processes that will facilitate accelerating the financial close improving access to reliable data simplifying reporting and enabling accountants to focus on technical accounting analysis and reporting. Prior accounting experience is not required; curiosity strong technical fundamentals and an interest in learning accounting processes are essential

What youll do...

• Partner with Accounting teams to understand end-to-end processes pain points data flows controls and opportunities for simplification or automation.

• Design build test document deploy and support automation solutions using appropriate programming languages workflow tools data platforms and Microsoft Power Platform capabilities.

• Apply responsible artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to Accounting use cases including data classification anomaly identification document processing research reconciliation support and generation of workflow or reporting insights.

• Help accelerate the accounting close by reducing manual work improving process visibility enabling earlier issue identification and supporting standardized repeatable close activities.

• Develop data pipelines queries dashboards reports and analytical tools that improve the timeliness accuracy and usability of Accounting information.

• Translate business needs into clear functional and technical requirements process maps solution designs test plans and support documentation.

• Perform testing troubleshoot defects monitor production solutions and collaborate with Accounting IT cybersecurity and vendors to resolve issues.

• Build automation with appropriate access change-management validation audit-trail data-quality and information-security controls.

• Support Accounting transformation workstreams focused on process standardization technology enablement close acceleration data improvement and continuous improvement.

• Create reusable components technical standards training materials and knowledge repositories that enable sustainable adoption across global Accounting teams.

• Communicate progress risks results and recommendations to technical and nontechnical audiences and measure the value delivered by implemented solutions.

Youll have...

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Data Science Information Systems Computer Engineering or a related technical field.

• Foundational programming ability in one or more languages such as Python SQL Java C# or JavaScript.

• Understanding of software development fundamentals including requirements source control testing debugging documentation deployment and ongoing support.

• Experience with structured data databases APIs data transformation or analytical tools through coursework projects internships research or co-op experience.

• Demonstrated problem-solving ability attention to detail and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.

Even better you may have...

• Internship co-op research academic project or other practical experience related to software data automation or AI. Recent graduates and entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Familiarity with AI concepts and tools including generative AI prompt design model limitations data privacy validation and responsible use.

• Curiosity and willingness to learn Accounting processes controls and related business practices.

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor 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 Years Day

Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $74300-$124500.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidates skills and experience and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope responsibility and competitive market value.

Internal applicants: moving into this role may result in an adjustment to your current compensation based on the posted pay range for this role taking into consideration your qualifications and other relevant factors.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: 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 the United States if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-.

This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-JB5

Required Experience:

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