Lead Financial Analyst

Job Overview
Work Arrangement
This position is designated as hybrid, requiring the successful candidate to be present at the Global Technical Center in Warren, Michigan at least three times per week.
Role Summary

The Controllership team encompasses a diverse range of functions including Corporate, Regional, and Business Unit Accounting, Treasury Accounting, Employee Benefits Accounting, Warranty, Consolidations & SEC Reporting, Financial Assurance, Technical Accounting, Design and Build, Sales and Marketing, Customer Care and Aftersales, Systems and Modernization, operating globally.

We are dedicated to fostering a collaborative environment that values diversity and creates opportunities for professional growth.

The mission of Controllership is to act as a Strategic Business Partner, providing timely and insightful decisions regarding SEC requirements, accounting practices, audit/SOX compliance, and financial analysis.

By leveraging financial systems, we aim to enhance visibility, improve efficiency, reduce decision-making times, and uphold financial integrity and accountability.

We are currently seeking to fill three pivotal senior analyst roles within the SEC Reporting team, the Balance Sheet & Cashflow Reporting team, and the Close and Consolidation Team.

Ideal candidates will possess intellectual curiosity, meticulous attention to detail, and the capability to work independently while critically analyzing tasks.

Successful candidates will have the ability to grasp the broader context of their responsibilities and engage effectively with a wide range of contacts, including peers and senior leadership, while also guiding contributors in their areas of responsibility.

We seek individuals with a proactive approach who envision potential improvements rather than adhering to traditional methods.

Key Responsibilities

The SEC Reporting Senior Analyst will be instrumental in the preparation, review, certification, and filing of financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A sections within Forms 10-Q/10-K filings.

This role collaborates closely with business process owners to ensure the accuracy of supporting data for each area of responsibility, as well as with the Investor Relations team to ensure consistent external messaging.

The Balance Sheet and Cashflow Senior Analyst will oversee the month-end close process related to cashflow reporting, which includes reviewing and analyzing significant global transactions to ensure proper cashflow treatment and executing necessary adjustments.

This role will also manage cashflow and balance sheet reporting analysis for both internal and external reporting requirements.

The Close and Consolidations Senior Analyst will play a crucial role in consolidating total company results, managing translation system processes, income statement reporting, segment reporting, EBIT special items, profit in inventory processes, year-end roll forward processes, and related ad hoc projects.

Common Responsibilities Include:

• Understanding the implications of complex transactions and engaging with business partners in legal, tax, treasury, purchasing, M&A, etc.
• Grasping technical accounting conclusions and ensuring that planned journal entries yield the desired outcomes.
• Resolving issues that arise during the month-end close process and taking full ownership of the resolution, maintaining open communication with the team.
• Supporting the team during unique transactions such as segment changes, divestitures, and acquisitions.
• Assisting in the review and validation of Investor Relations presentations and press release information for ad hoc announcements and quarterly earnings materials.
• Promoting continuous process improvements, control enhancements, and initiatives to streamline the close and filing process.
• Collaborating with the Global Ledger team and IT for system upgrades, patches, enhancements, and production issues.
• Coordinating system implementation and enhancement testing procedures with systems administrators and testers.
• Partnering with Finance to assess accounting implications for all significant business decisions.
• Reviewing and ensuring the application of appropriate internal controls and SOX compliance.

Team Responsibilities

As a member of the Controllership team, individuals will have opportunities for rotational experiences to broaden their skill sets within the organization.

The following responsibilities may vary based on the assigned Controllership team:

• Developing a comprehensive understanding of GM's processes and systems to identify control gaps and opportunities for process streamlining.
• Supporting a robust control environment to ensure accurate and timely results.
• Researching and interpreting new accounting standards and assessing their applicability to GM, ensuring compliance with external 10-Q/10-K reporting requirements.
• Supporting strategic initiatives and transformation activities focused on advancing our all-electric future.
• Creating analytics and tools to provide insights into regional and business unit performance.
• Proposing automation, analytics, and data processing solutions to meet business objectives.
• Resolving complex accounting issues that impact strategic business initiatives and identifying potential accounting risks.
• Supporting cross-functional Finance teams while fostering relationships to enhance future career opportunities.
• Completing special assignments beyond core job responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business.

Ability to exercise sound independent judgment and initiative while quickly assimilating work from existing team members as needed.

Strong foundational knowledge of accounting and financial reporting standards (GAAP).

Capability to understand and apply more complex accounting and financial reporting standards (GAAP).

Willingness to take on additional responsibilities, participate in training, and acquire new technical skills.

Ability to collaborate with business, IT, and data analysis resources to capture, prioritize, and document solution requirements, driving measurable results.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA).

Experience with a Big 4 Public accounting firm.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.

Ability to think strategically and possess a transformational perspective.

Passion for innovation, automation, and technology.

Strong interpersonal skills and a proven commitment to teamwork and collaboration.

An understanding of (or interest in learning) data structure, data interfaces, and systems landscape.

Experience with (or interest in learning) HFM, SAP, Power BI, KNIME, SharePoint, and/or Robotics Process Automation.

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Candidates requiring immigration sponsorship should not apply.

About General Motors

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer, and more equitable for all.

Why Work with Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company globally. We believe that every day, we must choose to drive meaningful change through our actions and culture.

Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, depending on role needs.

We want every employee, regardless of their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The General Motors total rewards program aims to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan includes:

• Paid time off, including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers, and adoptive parents.
• Healthcare options (including a triple tax-advantaged health savings account and wellness incentives), dental, vision, and life insurance plans for you and your family.
• Company and matching contributions to a 401K savings plan to assist you in saving for retirement.
• A global recognition program for peers and leaders to acknowledge and celebrate results and behaviors that reflect our company values.
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing.
• Discounts on GM vehicles for you, your family, and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination and one that genuinely promotes inclusion and belonging. We believe that workforce diversity creates an environment where our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that align with their skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

GM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We are committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals.

All practices and decisions relating to employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to an individual's protected characteristics.

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