Financial Planning and Analysis

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What we offer:

Group Summary:

1. Strategic Planning (30%)

• Collaborate with senior leadership to formulate medium- and long-term financial strategies, considering:

  • New vehicle launches and market acceptance

  • Production capacity and supply chain constraints

  • R&D investment in electric and autonomous vehicle technologies

  • Fluctuations in raw material costs and currency exchange rates

• Conduct in-depth market analysis to capture trends in consumer behavior, regulatory impacts (e.g., emissions and fuel efficiency), and competitive activities.

• Build and maintain complex financial models incorporating industry metrics such as production volume, sales mix (vehicle segments), and warranty-related costs.

2. Financial Analysis & Reporting (30%)

• Prepare accurate, timely, and segmented financial reports by vehicle categories (e.g., luxury, EV, commercial vehicles).

• Analyze financial and operational performance to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, especially those unique to the automotive sector such as inventory management and cost controls.

• Support the development of executive presentations and performance commentary tailored to an audience familiar with automotive business dynamics.

• Perform standard cost and variance analysis to track actuals against expectations.

3. Budgeting & Forecasting (20%)

• Work closely with departmental heads (Sales, Production, Maintenance, Manufacturing, and Program) to develop and maintain annual budgets and rolling forecasts.

• Monitor actual results versus budget/forecast and provide variance analysis, taking into account production delays, marketing effectiveness, and shifts in customer demand.

• Conduct scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate the financial impact of key industry changes such as new government regulations, technological disruption, or macroeconomic trends.

• Lead and coordinate capital expenditure (CapEx) planning initiatives.

4. Financial Consolidation & Close Process (10%)

• Oversee the monthly financial close process, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with corporate timelines.

• Consolidate financial statements across business units and geographic regions to deliver a unified financial overview.

5. Team Leadership & Development (10%)

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of FP&A professionals, instilling a strong understanding of the automotive sector.

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and upskilling of team members to ensure continued performance and adaptability.

• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across the team.

6. Automotive Industry-Specific Focus

• Provide financial modeling and due diligence support for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the automotive space.

• Remain informed on key trends such as environmental regulation, fuel efficiency standards, and innovation in EV and autonomous technology.

• Leverage financial systems and planning tools commonly used in the automotive industry (e.g., Hyperion, Oracle, SAP).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (CPA or MBA preferred).

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within the automotive industry or a manufacturing environment.

• Advanced analytical skills and a strong understanding of financial modeling and forecasting techniques.

• Proficient in financial reporting standards (GAAP or IFRS) and industry-specific accounting practices.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong leadership capabilities with a proven track record of building and managing high-performing teams.

• Highly proficient in financial systems and software tools such as Excel, Hyperion Planning, Oracle, and SAP.

Core Competencies:

1. Technical Skills (70%)

• Financial modeling and forecasting

• Financial reporting and performance analysis

• Budgeting, standard costing, and variance analysis

• Understanding of GAAP/IFRS accounting principles

• Knowledge of FP&A systems (e.g., Hyperion Planning, Oracle, SAP)

2. Analytical Skills (20%)

• Problem-solving and critical thinking

• Market and data analysis

• Scenario and sensitivity analysis

• Trend identification and strategic interpretation

3. Communication Skills (10%)

• Executive-level presentation development

• Cross-functional collaboration

• Effective written and verbal communication

• Influencing and stakeholder engagement

Benefits of the Role:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

• High visibility with senior leadership and cross-functional teams

• Strategic involvement in shaping the company’s future within the automotive industry

• Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities in financial planning and automotive trends

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