Sr. Financial Analyst

We are looking for an experienced Sr. FP& A Analyst to support financial planning and analysis activities for an automotive organization in Plymouth, Michigan. This Long-term engagement will focus on tariff-related analysis, complex data validation, and decision-support modeling that helps leaders understand cost impacts and financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, advanced Excel capabilities, and the ability to turn large volumes of data into clear business insights.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain financial models that evaluate tariff exposure, cost trends, and broader business performance across key operating areas.

• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify financial patterns, validate assumptions, and support accurate reporting for leadership review.

• Perform detailed reconciliations between data sources to resolve discrepancies and improve confidence in financial results.

• Prepare variance analyses that explain differences between forecasted, actual, and prior-period performance in a clear and actionable manner.

• Deliver ad hoc financial analyses that help business partners assess risks, opportunities, and the impact of changing market conditions.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather inputs, align financial assumptions, and support planning and forecasting activities.

• Develop concise summaries and reporting materials that translate financial findings into recommendations for management decision-making.

• Support financial process improvements related to reporting, data accuracy, and analysis workflows as business needs evolve.

The ideal candidate will have the following skill set:

• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, FP& A, or a related corporate finance role.

• Demonstrated expertise in building financial models and performing in-depth variance analysis.

• Strong experience working with large datasets, including data validation, reconciliation, and trend evaluation.

• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to create efficient, accurate, and scalable analytical tools.

• Proven ability to complete ad hoc analysis and present conclusions that support business decisions.

• Background in automotive or a comparable manufacturing environment is preferred.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.