Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis
SUMMARY:
The Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis supports Motion's Executive, Finance, and Operational Leadership by contributing to world class financial analyses and providing thought-provoking, value-adding insight into the group's financial performance. Assists with the identification of operational improvement opportunities and drives decision- making by collecting, managing, analyzing, and disseminating financial information and analyses.
JOB DUTIES
- Designs and implements financial models and key performance indicator reports to drive value in the business.
- Analyzes profit & loss statements, explains variances in performance, and monitors actions to ensure delivery of financial commitments.
- Performs trend and sensitivity analysis to evaluate key challenges and opportunities.
- Prepares and participates in financial and operational discussions with business leaders.
- Serves as a business partner with various leaders to drive additional profitability through analysis and reporting.
- Identifies and drives process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad- hoc reports, tools, and dashboards.
- Performs customer and product profitability analysis.
- Increases productivity by developing automated reporting and modeling tools.
- Assists in the creation of executive presentations.
- Leads and participates in ad hoc projects assigned by the manager.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or Economics from an accredited institution and zero (0) to two (2) years of related experience in Finance, Accounting or Business Analysis/Planning. Typically requires experience with data modeling, analysis, and data visualization/business intelligence tools.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Advanced skills in PowerPoint and Excel to include VBA, pivot tables and complex formulas.
- Displays project management ability to coordinate tasks, timelines, and resources.
- Proven problem-solving skills.
- Ability to identify and communicate solutions to complex business opportunities in a time- critical environment.
- Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: None Required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: No Supervisory Responsibility
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: No
COMPANY INFORMATION: Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
DISCLAIMER: This job Description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.
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GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
- 0 to 2 years of related experience in Finance, Accounting, or Business Analysis/Planning
- Experience with data modeling, analysis, and data visualization/business intelligence tools
- Advanced Excel skills including VBA, pivot tables, and complex formulas
- Advanced PowerPoint skills
- Project management ability to coordinate tasks, timelines, and resources
- Proven problem-solving skills and ability to communicate solutions under time pressure
- Highly organized and detail oriented
Genuine Parts Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Genuine Parts Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Genuine Parts Company.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, with profit sharing and pension plans also mentioned. These elements indicate strong long-term financial support alongside ownership opportunities.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits encompass medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA and FSA options plus income-protection coverages like life, AD&D, and disability. This breadth suggests a robust core health and protection offering.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave are provided in addition to short‑term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program supports families with counseling and life tools. These programs reinforce family support alongside standard PTO.
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What We Do
Genuine Parts Company (GPC), founded in 1928, is a global service organization engaged in the distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts. We serve hundreds of thousands of customers from a network of more than 10,000 locations in 14 countries and have approximately 50,000 employees.
