What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst I - Forecasting Planning and Analysis position at GM Financial?
Job Description
Why GM Financial?
GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, TX. 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.
This position will be posted until filled.
Responsibilities
About the role:
The Financial Analyst I is responsible for analyzing financial information, developing forecasts, maintaining financial models, and preparing reporting packages used to support business operations and strategic decision-making. This role assists in forecasting financial performance, performing variance analysis, and providing insights to management through accurate and timely reporting.
In This Role You Will
What makes you an ideal candidate?
Working effectively within an AI-enabled environment:
Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture, an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work, we thrive.
Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility.
Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment. 2-days a week in office.
NOTE: We are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship for this position.
This position is not open to agency submissions.
# GMFJobs
Why GM Financial?
GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, TX. 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.
This position will be posted until filled.
Responsibilities
About the role:
The Financial Analyst I is responsible for analyzing financial information, developing forecasts, maintaining financial models, and preparing reporting packages used to support business operations and strategic decision-making. This role assists in forecasting financial performance, performing variance analysis, and providing insights to management through accurate and timely reporting.
In This Role You Will
- Analyze financial information, including trends, forecasts, and business performance metrics.
- Run, evaluate, and maintain financial models, including securitization, warehouse, liquidity, debt, and income models.
- Create monthly interest expense analyses for financial disclosures and business scenario planning.
- Perform variance analysis and conduct research to explain fluctuations and differences in financial results.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports and communicate results to management.
- Support assigned business areas with financial administration and reporting activities.
- Assist with the development and enhancement of forecasting and budgeting models.
- Monitor financial data and identify trends that may impact business performance.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information used for reporting and forecasting purposes.
What makes you an ideal candidate?
- Knowledge of financial forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis principles.
- Knowledge of financial and operational data sources.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to analyze historical trends and develop dynamic forecasting and budgeting models.
- Experience with advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables, charting, formulas, and macro recording/debugging.
- Strong spreadsheet and financial modeling skills.
- Ability to read, interpret, and analyze financial documents and reports.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to effectively interact with all levels of management.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
- Knowledge of finance, accounting, statistics, or the financial services industry preferred.
- Knowledge of financial analysis tools such as Oracle preferred.
- Experience with data mining and analytics tools such as SAS and SQL preferred.
Working effectively within an AI-enabled environment:
- Ability to use AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to support daily work activities.
- Ability to evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, relevance, and compliance.
- Experience leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency, reporting, and data analysis.
- Understanding of responsible AI practices, including data privacy and security considerations.
- 0-2 years of experience in financial analysis, forecasting, data mining, accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field required; equivalent work experience may be considered.
Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture, an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work, we thrive.
Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility.
Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment. 2-days a week in office.
NOTE: We are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship for this position.
This position is not open to agency submissions.
# GMFJobs