Financial Analyst I - Forecasting Planning and Analysis

GM Financial • Fort Worth, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Analyst I supports financial planning and analysis by monitoring financial models, analyzing trends, and preparing forecasts and variance analyses. The position is responsible for building monthly and quarterly reports, creating interest expense scenarios, and clearly communicating results to management. It also provides general financial support across assigned areas, using strong Excel and analytical skills to drive accurate, data-informed decisions.

Requirements

• Knowledge of financial forecasting and analysis.
• Knowledge of data/information sources.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office skills.
• Good quantitative and analytical skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand historical trends to develop dynamic budgeting and forecasting models.
• Strong Excel skills (macros, charting, pivot tables).
• Proficiency in spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to read and interpret financial documents.
• Ability to manage projects.
• Ability to work well with all levels of management.
• Detail oriented.
• Strong time management skills.
• 0–2 years prior experience in financial analysis, forecasting, or data mining preferred.
• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of finance, statistics, accounting, or financial services industry a plus.
• Knowledge of Oracle financial analysis software a plus.
• Knowledge of SAS or SQL data mining tools a plus.
• Master’s Degree optional.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial information, including trends and forecasts.
• Run, evaluate, and monitor existing financial models including securitization, warehouse, liquidity, debt, and income models.
• Create monthly interest expense for disclosure and business scenarios.
• Perform variance analysis and research differences.
• Build monthly/quarterly financial reports and communicate results to management.
• Support assigned areas with general financial administration.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.
• Competitive pay and bonus eligibility
• Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in office

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level