Hybrid Business Operations Finance Analyst

at Ford Motor Company

• Job title: Business Operations Finance Analyst
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Dearborn, United States

About the role

• Financial Analyst responsible for budget management and procurement operations at Ford Motor Company's Global Security. Collaborating with teams to support financial operations and ensuring data accuracy across systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial operations, including developing annual Purchase Order budgets, forecasting, and reporting on operational spend across North America and select international locations
• Oversee the creation and processing of a high volume of purchase orders and invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies
• Coordinate procurement activities, acting as a liaison with the Purchasing department, and assisting with market tests, RFPs, and supplier onboarding processes
• Coordinate and analyze global Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data, ensuring data accuracy, maintaining data in department systems (e.g. SharePoint, Smartsheet), and supporting internal audits
• Serve as the primary coordinator for company-owned operational vehicles in the U.S., managing the Security vehicle fleet, Ford reporting requirements, and out-of-state vehicle registrations. Provide support and tracking for Security vehicle fleet located outside the U.S.
• Administer and analyze telematics data for the operational fleet, providing insights on driver behavior and supporting technology feature testing
• Provide financial and operational support, including managing inquiries, monitoring aging reports, and maintaining system access
• Support various business projects by managing project-specific purchase orders and invoices, particularly in collaboration with internal teams
• Prepare financial reports, analyses, and presentations for leadership, highlighting key trends, variances, and recommendations
• Ensure the security and privacy of company classified and sensitive information

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field) and/or 4+ years relevant experience
• 2+ years of experience in a finance, business operations, or project manager role
• Experience with financial systems (e.g., Ariba, IERP/SAP) and data platforms (e.g., telematics)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Office 365), SharePoint, and Smartsheet
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and build rapport across all internal and external levels
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively
• Adaptability to new technologies and processes, including testing new systems
• Experience with Ford-specific financial or operational systems (even better)
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results according to the Ford OS Behaviors (even better)
• Experience in supporting a global or multi-regional operation (even better)
• Certifications in project management or financial analysis (even better)

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.