FP&A Analyst

Description

Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as hybrid on day shift . This means the successful candidate is expected to report to GM Philippines office three times per week or other frequency dictated by the business.

What You'll Do

Responsible for operationally executing backend processes for Financial Planning & Analysis relating to Forecast, Budgets and Reporting

Owns a country process, possesses understanding of current processes and systems, manages process to target quality and efficiency and provides knowledge of important seams and trade-offs. (multi-function, multi-entity)

Focus on reports interpretation and variance analysis for one or more business functions

Analyze and Interpret data for reporting requirements

Understand local and business trends that impact financial operations, including peaks and valleys of country performance and cost indicators

Country and Region Reporting

Ensures compliance with GM Corporate policies and external regulatory requirements

Support internal and external audits

Interacts with internal/external related parties (impacted Business Units, Global Controller’s Team, Global Finance Teams, etc.)

Has strong control focus – brings any issues (accounting or control related) forward immediately

Has a strong focus on process improvements to drive quality accounting and compliance

Frequent contact with others outside of work group to accomplish tasks

Participation in adapating digital tools and initiating process improvement with the use of AI/Digital tools

Highly technical in the use of SAP system (t-codes, asset module flow, etc.)

Technical Knowledge Requirements:

Ability to understand, interpret and compare relationships between Actuals, Budgets and Forecasts

Applies knowledge of financial reporting implications of transactions within a specific business area, including impact of changes in performance (actuals vs budget vs forecast)

Basic Income Statement and Balance Sheet Forecasting understanding, under GM structure and requirements

Can articulate a basic understanding of US GAAP accounting principles, and understands the General Ledger account hierarchy and the impact of recurring transactions on the G/L.

Understanding of US GAAP, IFRS, and SOX /Internal Control Requirements – additionally, continue to attend trainings on these topics to remain adequately informed and knowledgeable;

Working knowledge of SAP and other GM systems as required for the assigned position (systems and level of knowledge necessary will vary – employee must be willing to continuously learn the GM systems landscape and functionality)

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor's degree holder preferably Business, Finance or related discipline

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, specifically Excel, Word, and Power Point.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, fluency in conversational English is an advantage

At least 2 years of experience in financial/management reporting or other related areas

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Problem Solving

Possesses Continuous Improvement mindset and able to translate it to meaningful projects

Solves and Analyzes Issues, Stretched Goals

Drive for Individual Results

Ability to work cross-functionally

Basic Communication Skills

Verbally communicates clearly and concisely a need, request, idea or thought to drive action of peers

With help, can tailor communication to address concerns or open conversations in a way that the external partner understands and protects the reputation and confidentiality needs of GM.

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