Material Cost Profit Consolidator at Ford Middle East & Africa

The incumbent is will be required to perform the consolidation and financial analysis of the Ford Motor Company Material Cost Operations. The candidate will need to have very good interpersonal skills and build strong relationships within the team as well with other skill teams.  Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills are required. He / She will need to be proficient in Excel and PowerPoint in addition to have strong Ford finance background.

Job Details:

• Support month end process, forecast submissions and reporting by working closely with PCO team members to consolidate outputs for both locally produced and imported vehicles.
• Lead preparation of all actuals/ forecast and business plan review and meetings.
• Analyze actual results and be able to explain variances to budget & forecast
• Calculate and facilitate functional input to support budget, business plan, and forecast developments
• Validate the quality of source data input and ensure financials are aligned with business physicals
• Interpret and explain key physical drivers to absolute costs and variances
• Conduct discussions with operating team and cross functional departments to ensure alignment with budget/business plan targets
• Continuously explore opportunities to improve processes. Track and follow up on open assignments / tasks and roadmaps
• Identify and implement forecast process improvements to drive accuracy and process robustness
• Maintain a strong control environment and support all audit engagements and ensure the timely completion thereof
• Perform ad-hoc investigations and analysis / special projects as required

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Self-motived and proactive employee who works well in a team.
• Solid analytical, numerical and research skills & able to explain complex analytical analysis
• Capability for problem solving, decision making & sound judgment
• Strong English communication skills (written and oral) and a good listener
• Good command of key IT tools, particularly MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Smart View (IMPRS)
• Strong level of attention to detail
• Be able to present to senior management
• Be able to work under pressure and ensure deadlines are met

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors in Finance or Accounting
• Minimum five years of experience in Finance
• Automotive experience preferred
• IMPRS/Smart View experience will be an advantage