Senior Finance Analyst - Santa Clara, United States - AESC US

Description

About AESC US LLC

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S.

AESC Mission

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.

About the Role

Seeking a Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A based in our corporate headquarters in Santa Clara, CA. As an instrumental member of the Finance organization, the Senior Financial Analyst will be actively involved in supporting the Financial Planning and Analysis team through the forecasting and budgeting process across all entities, including consolidation for Global presentation. The analyst will also support capital expenditure budget maintenance, review and cashflow forecast.

What Will You Do

Financial Planning, Reporting and Analysis

• Work closely with the regional leadership team and business leaders to develop and provide financial metrics, data, analysis, and insights
• Prepare monthly and quarterly Capex performance reports/KPIs and track budget vs. actual
• Coordinate with project managers on CAPEX request. Prepare analysis against initial budget, calculate impact to overall project for over/under and generate cashflow forecast. Prepare cost analysis and assist project managers to seek budget approval
• Prepare weekly/monthly operational metrics, highlighting key findings and trends for project team review
• Leverage system and tools to maintain and monitor CAPEX budget and spend
• Interface with department owners to understand variances between actual results and budget and prepare forecasts that include the identification of risks and opportunities
• Partner with the accounting team through the closing process to understand actual results
• Work closely with information technology teams to develop reporting or dashboard from ERP systems. Challenge processes and develop recommendations for improvements
• Question forecasts by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses
• Perform in-depth analysis as required, both for operational and strategic initiatives.

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or related degree.
• 3-5 years of experience in consulting, corporate finance or business analytics preferred.
• Strong software and systems acumen.
• Experience conducting financial analytics and data modeling.
• Expert in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, & Outlook)
• Experience with FP&A software platforms
• Experience with Excel Power Query
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, work under critical deadlines, and manage workload with little directions

What is Nice to Have

• SAP and WBS functionality experience a plus
• CPA preferred
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese

What We Offer

Welcome to our state-of-the-art Gigafactory where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonus program. In addition, we provide a range of valuable benefits, such as 401K, and health insurance. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission of changing the world.

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Process

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, if you believe this role suits you well, we encourage you to apply. Your application gives us the opportunity to learn more about you and explore potential fits within our team.

Following the submission of your application, we are committed to providing timely responses to all applicants, though response times may vary depending on the volume of submissions. If you do not receive an immediate response, please rest assured that this in no way reflects on the quality of your candidacy. Your application will be retained in our files, and we may reach out to you for future roles that align with your skills and interests. As our organization experiences rapid growth, we appreciate your patience in this process. We are actively working each day to enhance our application procedures to ensure a smoother and more efficient experience for all applicants. Thank you for your understanding and enthusiasm for joining our dynamic team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.
• Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Travel

Occasional domestic and international travel required.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

• Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.