Financial Analyst II - Corporate Finance - Military Veterans
at GM Financial
Overview
Why GM Financial?
GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.
At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture - an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work - we thrive.
Our Purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters.
Responsibilities
About the Financial Analyst II:
The Financial Analyst II will be responsible for supporting centralized financial reporting control processes of GMF IO including monthly and quarterly financial reporting for GMF's International Operations, account reconciliations and special projects.
What you'll be doing:
- Liaise with and support in-country accounting and reporting teams to ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports
- Prepare month-end journal entries and account reconciliations
- Prepare monthly and quarterly consolidated schedules and footnote support used in preparation of GMF's 10-Qs and 10-K
- Prepare monthly Regional Results Review and other quarterly analytics
- Work collaboratively with other functional areas and teams including Forecasting & Planning, Treasury, etc
- Review current accounting processes and lead improvement initiatives as needed
- Assist in research and implementation of certain technical accounting and disclosure matters
- Assist with special projects
- Keep abreast of current trends in the market and developments in the profession
Qualifications
What makes you the dream candidate?
- Proficient understanding of effective financial controls environment and US GAAP accounting standards
- Strong project management skills and ability to effectively prioritize tasks
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Proven Microsoft Office Skills with focus on Excel proficiency
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with other team members
- Must be extremely detail oriented
- Demonstrated skill in solving complex issues, both financial and in spreadsheet situations
- Must be deadline oriented and be able to work under pressure with tight time deadlines
- Advanced analytical skills are required
- CPA strongly preferred
Experience
- 2-4 years in an Accounting role (Public or Industry) in financial controls or financial analysis required
- Bachelor's Degree Accounting or Finance required
Licenses
- CPA Upon Hire preferred
Detroit, MI
GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America and Asia. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.
OUR BUSINESS & OUR HISTORY
GM Financial was founded as AmeriCredit in September 1992 and opened its first branch office in Fort Worth, Texas. On October 1, 2010, AmeriCredit Corp. was acquired by General Motors Company and renamed General Motors Financial Company, Inc. (GM Financial). In 2011, GM Financial acquired FinanciaLinx to serve GM dealers and customers throughout Canada. In November 2012, GM Financial announced the acquisition of Ally Financial Inc.’s international operations. The majority of those acquisitions were finalized in 2013, with the remaining market, a 35 percent equity interest in a joint venture in China, acquired in January 2015. In October 2017, GM Financial completed the sale of its European financial subsidiaries and branches as part of General Motors’ sale of the Opel and Vauxhall businesses to Peugeot S.A.
GM Financial provides auto finance solutions to 14,000 dealers worldwide, with earning assets of $93 billion at September 30, 2018.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
GM Financial's success is largely dependent on building strong, lasting relationships with our dealers and the consumer customers that we serve. This is why we are committed to providing best-in-class customer service, while promoting open, honest communication at all levels.
Our executive team and all employees must adhere to GM Financial's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics. Our Code outlines the principles by which all team members conduct business with customers, vendors and each other. These principles apply to all GM Financial team members and affiliates and although it does not cover every issue that may arise, the Code provides guidelines for all employees in regard to their business conduct.
For a deeper understanding of expectations and guidelines set forth for the entire GM Financial team, please review GM Financial's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics policies below.