Financial Analyst

Job Description

Financial Analyst | Dauch

The Tone:
This is an early career role at Dauch, located in Detroit, MI. Dauch is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier, serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. This role is vital for maintaining the organization’s financial health and compliance by managing accounting activities, financial reporting, and supporting critical financial planning processes.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Detroit, MI
• Mission: To own financial analysis, reporting, and planning, ensuring compliance and supporting strategic decision-making for the organization.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Support the organization’s accounting activities, including financial record keeping and reporting, ensuring adherence to GAAP, organizational standards, and Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
• Performance Analysis: Analyze current and past financial data and performance to prepare comprehensive reports and projections for internal and external use.
• Financial Planning: Develop monthly financial forecasts, the annual budget, and the long-range financial plan (LRFP) to guide organizational strategy.
• Closing Activities: Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities related to the organization’s financial performance, analysis, and reporting.
• Strategic Insights: Identify trends in financial performance, provide actionable recommendations for improvement, and evaluate capital expenditures, depreciation, and investment opportunities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field, establishing foundational knowledge in financial principles.
• Experience: Prior professional experience in a Financial Analyst role, which includes valuable insights gained from internships or co-ops.
• Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel and PowerPoint, for data analysis and presentation; a strong understanding of GAAP and SOX 404 compliance.