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We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

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...

+ The Ford Credit Accounting Senior Analyst serves a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting related to securitization programs and the integration of our new U.S. industrial bank.

+ This role will contribute to a dynamic team, shape accounting processes, and gain valuable leadership experience.

What you'll do...

+ Monthly / Quarterly Financial Close

+ Prepare standard (recurring) and non-recurring journal entries related to securitization programs and the associated intercompany transactions including cash, finance receivables, and debt for Ford Credit U.S., Canada, Europe, and Mexico

+ Perform monthly reconciliations of key balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner

+ Prepare and analyze monthly and quarterly journal entries and financial reporting schedules; identify and explain period-over-period variances

+ Ensure all journal entries are properly supported and documented, and that close metrics are completed accurately and on time

+ U.S. Bank Integration

+ Design auditable and well-controlled accounting processes that incorporate U.S. bank requirements

+ Collaborate with IT to develop and execute system testing plans for new accounting processes related to the U.S. bank integration

+ Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of accounting processes and procedures

+ Maximize effectiveness with minimal labor-intensive control activities

+ Other Responsibilities

+ Provide information to PwC or other parties as required

+ Perform new deal analysis to ensure proper accounting treatment

+ Conduct accounting research to ensure proper accounting and disclosure of transactions

+ Support MCRP testing and other internal control activities

You'll have...

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

+ Minimum of 3 years experience in accounting or auditing, with a focus on financial reporting

+ Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, particularly related to debt, consolidation, and cash flow

+ Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis techniques

+ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills

+ Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of the organization

+ Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team

+ Experience with internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and Sarbanes-Oxley (S-Ox) compliance

+ Ability to generate ideas for improvement and implement those ideas independently

+ Experience collaborating with cross-functional team members to navigate white-space and implement solutions

Even better, you may have...

+ Experience with SAP preferred

+ Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage

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:

+ 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 a salary grade 8.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1

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.

Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LI-Hybrid #LI-MK2

**Requisition ID** : 45345