Finance Supervisor, Program Development

Posted 3 Days Ago
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Dearborn, MI, USA
Hybrid
116K-218K Annually
Senior level
Automotive
The Role
Provides financial planning, analysis, forecasting, and control for product development programs. Partners with engineering, program management, supply chain, and technology planning teams to manage costs, investments, capital allocation, sourcing decisions, business cases, reporting, and program milestones. Uses financial modeling, Power BI, and data analytics to identify efficiencies and support strategic decisions.
Summary Generated by Built In

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

 

Finance strategically partners with operations to drive outstanding business results and enhance Ford’s industry leadership. When you join us, you’ll be able to contribute financial expertise that impacts all areas of our company, including planning, manufacturing, marketing and global distribution.

 

In this position... 

This role is responsible for providing financial planning, analysis, and control for all aspects of the PD programs. The role partners closely with engineering, program management, supply chain, and tech planning teams to drive financial performance, ensure accurate reporting, and support strategic decision-making. This role requires a strong understanding of financial principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...
• Develop skill set / detailed understanding of the various technologies/architectures
• Delivery of Contribution Cost & Investment Targets for program milestones through Job #1 with timely & high-quality financials
• Support a cross-functional team in decision making through benchmarking and futuring affordable cost
• Drive capital allocation prioritization decisions that create value for the enterprise through accurate and clear business cases. Lead ad hoc studies supporting vertical integration, global sourcing decisions, make versus buy scenarios, and capacity analysis
• Support on-time sourcing and program timing delivery
• Lead the preparation of management slides and other ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis
• Support development of a platform Bill of Material
• Leverage new modernization tools (e.g. Power BI) and data analytics to report program financials, identify efficiencies, drive value creation, simplify processes, and increase agility
 

Qualifications

You'll have...
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting roles, with a strong focus on operational partnering, physicals-based budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, or financial systems.

Even better, you may have...
• MBA or CPA (or equivalent)
• Prior PD experience and / or PD systems (i.e. FEDEBoM)
• Broad business mindset; can operate under a whitespace environment
• Ability to prioritize, work independently, and advance multiple assignments concurrently and quickly
• Ability to build strong relationships cross-functionally 
• Proven leadership and management experience
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data and provide actionable insights. 
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with and influence stakeholders at various levels, including senior finance leadership.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Power BI or similar)
• Good understanding of accounting principles & processes
• Strong understanding of automotive industry, particularly in a global context

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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. 
 

This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $115,500-$218,100.      
 

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
Internal applicants: moving into this role may result in an adjustment to your current compensation based on the posted pay range for this role, taking into consideration your qualifications and other relevant factors.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-JB5
 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting roles
  • Experience with operational partnering, physicals-based budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, or financial systems
  • MBA or CPA, or equivalent
  • Prior product development experience or product development systems experience, such as FEDEBoM
  • Broad business mindset and ability to operate in an ambiguous environment
  • Ability to prioritize, work independently, and manage multiple assignments concurrently
  • Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships
  • Leadership and management experience
  • Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools, such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI
  • Understanding of accounting principles and processes
  • Strong understanding of the automotive industry, particularly in a global context
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

Ford Motor Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ford Motor Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Ford Motor Company.

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one with options that include zero-premium plans, free mental health support, and wellness resources. For represented hourly employees, health plans are described as low-cost with strong coverage value.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match and additional company contributions is available from day one, alongside life and disability coverage. Pension eligibility in certain situations and financial-planning support reinforce long‑term security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave, fertility, surrogacy, and adoption benefits, plus a ramp‑up program for returning parents, reflect a family‑focused package. Flexible Family Care days and generous time‑off options help address short‑term caregiving and personal needs.

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The Company
HQ: Dearborn, MI
175,633 Employees
Year Founded: 1903

What We Do

Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation, we have sought to make the world a better place – one that benefits lives, communities and the planet. We are here to provide the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, serving as a bridge between personal freedom and the future of mobility. In that pursuit, our 186,000 employees around the world help to set the pace of innovation every day.

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