Senior Associate

2 days ago

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Ford Motor Company Full time ₹ 20,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

Job Summary: The Financial Analyst/Senior Financial Analyst, Post PD Profits, is responsible for the ongoing financial analysis, reporting, and control of material costs for approved programs. This role involves deep dives into cost performance, variance analysis, forecasting, and partnering with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, purchasing, supply chain, program management) to ensure programs meet their financial objectives regarding material spend post-approval. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.

Education: Master Degree in Business Administration, MBA, CMA & CA

  • Review & Concur to Change Management Request raised by Engineers for Design, Commercial, Quality etc.
  • Monitor and track actual material costs against approved program budgets and forecasts on an ongoing basis.
  • Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations on material cost performance for various stakeholders, including program leadership, finance management, and executive teams.
  • Lead end to end ownership and deliverables from PD Finance for the specific Post programs
  • Prepare EBIT for operational view of profitability, making it a valuable metric for internal management to understand programs performance
  • Prepare Business Plan (BP) inputs on Product Cost, Price Strategy updates, etc.
  • Lead preparation of Cost PAT data relating to material cost and investment levels and review status regularly with Chief Program Engineer (CPE) and Program Management
  • Support Programs right from Milestone to taking care of entire end-to-end ownership as Finance lead. Perform reviews with senior management for all Major Programs
  • Work on automation projects, develop interactive dashboards that highlight trends on program financials Post Program Approval () that help leadership decision making
  • Understand and support financial analysis for special studies (e.g., Feature introduction, mix changes, etc.)
  • Conduct in-depth variance analysis on material costs, identifying deviations from budget and prior forecasts.
  • Investigate root causes of cost variances (e.g., design changes, supplier price changes etc.) and communicate findings clearly.
  • Provide financial input and analysis for program change requests that impact material costs.
  • Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and internal controls related to material cost management.
  • Identify potential financial risks and opportunities related to material costs within approved programs and propose solutions.
  • Act as a key finance business partner to program managers, engineering leads, and procurement specialists, providing financial insights and guidance on material cost implications.
  • Participate in program reviews and CPE meetings, offering financial perspectives and challenging assumptions where necessary.
  • Facilitate discussions and drive alignment between technical and financial teams regarding cost targets and performance.
  • Continuously seek opportunities to improve material cost tracking, reporting, and analysis processes and tools.

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