Financial Accountant – Budgeting and Analysis

Job Description

Financial Analyst | American Honda Motor Company, Inc.

The Tone:
This is an entry-level Financial Analyst position at American Honda Motor Company, Inc., operating in an Office/Hybrid remote environment. Honda maintains a clear and joyful vision for the future, constantly innovating to drive business success and develop solutions that support global mobility and a zero environmental footprint. This role is crucial in supporting department managers and investment project leaders by providing precise financial analysis, facilitating budget creation, and delivering essential financial reports, directly contributing to Honda’s mission of empowering individuals and achieving future-focused goals.

The TL;DR
• Role: Entry-Level
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Office/Hybrid remote

• Team: Supervised role, collaborating with department managers and investment project leaders.
• Mission: To support department managers and project leaders by creating budgets, preparing accurate financial reports, and analyzing data to inform future activities and ensure appropriate financial oversight.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft (Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, GAAP/IFRS, Cost accounting.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare month-end close activities, including a detailed analysis of financial information to create journal entries that accurately impact the financial condition of American Honda Motor (AHM) and Honda Development & Manufacturing of America (HDMA), all under supervision.
• Budget vs. Actual Comparisons: Conduct comprehensive budget versus actual comparisons for responsible departments, analyzing variances based on professional accounting standards to ensure accurate financial data and provide insightful advice to management regarding future activities.
• Budget Creation: Apply strong analytical skills and professional accounting knowledge to collaborate effectively with department managers and investment project leaders in the development of six distinct budget events each year.
• Management Presentations: Utilize analyzed financial information to create clear and concise presentations that inform department leaders about their budget-to-actual condition and proactively recommend specific areas for financial improvement and optimization.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting or finance; OR an associate’s degree with a minimum of 2 years experience in an accounting-related job. This is an entry-level role requiring a general understanding of accounting functions, terminology, and the ability to apply accounting concepts, including basic accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and a cost accounting background.
• Experience: 0-2 years with a bachelor’s degree; minimum 2 years with an associate’s degree in an accounting-related job.
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, presentation, and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft products (Excel, PowerPoint) and SAP knowledge and skills are required.