Financial Analyst

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
United States, Michigan, Detroit
Nov 13, 2024
At AAM, the POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone, and that the diversity of our Associates drives creativity and innovation. Our global team is made of dreamers, doers and innovators who are Delivering POWER for a safer, brighter and more sustainable tomorrow. Job Posting Title Financial Analyst Job Description Summary This role works closely with AAM's global procurement organization to support it's role in budget and forecast development, sourcing decisions, supplier risk analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley self-testing, automated PO price updates related to metal market index updates and verification of support required for PO updates. Job Description Monitor AAM supplier's financial condition and provide ongoing risk assessment analysis Assist in providing AAM manufacturing locations with forecast guidance and actual performance vs. budget direction as it relates to direct material Assist in the development of AAM's budget as it relates to raw material productivity Assist in providing management with scorecard on direct material procurement's financial performance vs. budget Assist in holding procurement accountable to comply with policies and procedures as it relates to sourcing and price change management Support sourcing decision by providing procurement with discounted cash flow comparison of potential sourcing options Assist with periodic Sarbanes-Oxley testing requirements Provide support related to our key projects including headwinds reporting, PPV forecasting & improved functionality within our customer/supplier metal market automation functionality Assist Capital planning with tasks such as reviewing the new projects for appropriate support documentation, facilitating review of AR's over $250K and actual capital reporting at month end Assist in the numerous ad-hoc reporting requests our group receives on an ongoing basis All other duties as assigned Required Skills and Education Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or closely related field 1 - 3 plus years professional experience Good knowledge and/or experience with finance and accounting issues Ability to work effectively with non-finance associates Proficient with Microsoft office products - Excel and PowerPoint Positive "can do" attitude Seeks to understand why things are done the way they are currently done and challenges team to find ways to improve About AAM: As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com. Why Join #TeamAAM: As a member of #TeamAAM, you'll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you'll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM...and the world. AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.