Financial Analyst at Ford Middle East & Africa

Job description

The Financial Analyst is required to perform Financial Analysis & Reporting activities for the Ford Motor Company Vehicle Operations. This includes reporting, management reporting and analysis in-line with the FPS (Ford Production System) to ensure Best In Class guidance Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills are required.

Position Details:

• Support and advise all operational areas with regards to financial KPI’s (plan KPI’s, analyze target deviations),
• Support annual Budget and BOD process.
• Interpret and explain key physical drivers to absolute costs and variances and identifying improvements.
• Weekly & monthly review of Cost results and metrics with all area managers supported with cost analysis that will support continues improvements
• Support all audit engagements and ensure the timely completion thereof
• Support the Ford Production System Requirements :
• Complete Weekly/Daily Cost Reports and review with area leads
• Analyze actual costs and be able to explain variances to budget/forecast
• Submitting weekly overtime approval request and monitor & report vs actuals
• Headcount & Hours per vehicle report out vs targets to all areas  
• Complete monthly Production operational reviews– Finance and Manufacturing scorecards  
• Support month end process, forecast submissions and reporting
• Support ad hoc investigations and analysis

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Good communication and listening skills
• Self-starter and team player
• Good command of key IT tools, particularly MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Should have good analytical, numerical and research skills.
• Attention to detail
• Be able to present to senior management
• Be able to work under pressure
• Ensure deadlines are met
• Proficient in English language
• Capability for problem solving, decision making, sound judgment

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Manufacturing Finance environment
• B.Com Accounting or B-tech Accounting