Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist II

Inside the Role

The Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist II plays a key role in the Finance department for the DTNA Specialty Vehicles (SV) business unit. Through cross-functional and multi-location engagement, this position supports the team with planning, forecasting, and reporting of cost center and capital spending for Thomas Built Buses (TBB) and Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp (FCCC) while leading the business towards decisions that drive sustained profitability and future growth.
Key objectives for this role include supporting business partners in the day-to-day management of their cost centers, providing guidance for the appropriate handling of expenses with existing and/or new tools, and developing TBB and FCCC combined budgets in accordance with financial goals and targets. This position will also be providing meaningful insights into cost center and capital expenditures spending through analysis and reporting, supporting the month-end close processes through journal entry postings and expense review, and guiding the business through critical financial decisions with a focus on continuous improvement and process optimization.
The Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist II will actively collaborate with business teams in both SV locations (FCCC in Gaffney, SC and TBB in High Point, NC) as well as other Finance teams headquartered in Portland, OR.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

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What You Drive at DTNA

• Act as a liaison for SV business partners in managing overhead and capital expenses in accordance with budgetary guidelines.
• Short and long-term financial planning and analysis of business operations for the purpose of measuring and forecasting future business performance
• Perform monthly financial review of actual spending and planned commitments that supports business objectives and financial targets.
• Deliver relevant, accurate, and timely reporting to business partners, and provide guidance and training on the proper management and classification of expenses.
• Support all month-end close activities for TBB and FCCC at the locations, including preparing journal entries, trend and variance analyses, and reporting to SV management and Corporate finance teams.
• Coordinate and prepare periodic financial operative planning cycles and forecasts with business and financial partners for overhead and capital spending within SV cost centers.
• Communicate trends and emerging issues with SV leadership and business partners to support business objectives.
• Create and manage cost centers, internal orders, and project structures within SAP.
• Support the business in the creation of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and invoices by providing necessary training that adheres to corporate policy and systems requirements.
• Provide strong engagement in team and/or cross-functional continuous improvement activities that streamline and optimize process across the entire SV organization.
• Participate in ad hoc projects that supports SV and Finance team goals and objectives.

 

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management or Related field and 2-4 years of relevant experience
• 2 years of experience in financial controlling, management reporting, financial analysis, and/or Accounting
• Working experience in Financial Planning and Analysis
• Working experience with fixed overhead
• Working experience with SAP, Tagetik, and/or Accounting and financial tools
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Team player focused on adding value and working cross-functionally to achieve results
• Strategic thinker that is one step ahead of issues and sees opportunities for improvement
• Ability to learn quickly, prioritize, and adapt to a fast-changing environment
• Ability to present financial information to business partners and team members and participate in cross-functional discussions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

 

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Master’s degree with a focus in Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics or related area
• Working experience with Data Analytics tools, including but not limited to Tableau, Alteryx, Power BI, SQL
• Experience handling large datasets and ability to summarize large amounts of data to perform quantitative data analysis to solve business issues and identify opportunities
• Ability to present to Senior Management and participate successfully in cross-functional discussions

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Gaffney, SC US, High Point, NC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

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