Program Financial Control Manager
Program Financial Control Manager
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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 were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves
As part of our Manufacturing team youll help build the world-class state-of-the-art smart vehicles were known for. In our plants around the world were constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. Youll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.
In this position...
Were looking for a detailed and experienced Program Financial Control Supervisor. This role oversees the financial health of critical programs and projects ensuring accuracy compliance and control from start to finish. Youll manage financial data in key systems drive process improvements lead a team of financial control analysts and champion technology modernization and automation. Youll also use financial insights to help other GME functions and communicate effectively with senior leadership including executive-level presence and writing. If you combine deep financial and analytical expertise with manufacturing knowledge tech savviness and strong communication/leadership skills this is for you.
What youll do...
Controlling Program Financials:
- Review & approve program/project creation (milestones financials) set up in PFR2 (funding WERS Concerns).
- Structure projects: Align Skill Teams/Subsystems with intent monitor funding vs. authorization/commitments.
- Create/Streamline Line Items: Link program to accounting rules coach teams for efficiency.
- Ensure Purchase Order/Receipt Compliance: Review all transactions against accounting rules coach teams troubleshoot errors.
- Manage & Troubleshoot Systems (PFR2 FinDash iERP Aurora): Manage project financials coach users optimize tools track PFR2 Issue Resolution KPIs.
Driving Process Improvements & Efficiency:
- Identify cost-saving opportunities & optimize administrative processes (including automation).
- Identify opportunities to assist other GME functions.
- Maintain strong internal controls for spending.
Ensuring Compliance & Policy:
- Ensure financial compliance (accounting tax policy).
- Contribute to policy development/implementation.
- Support internal/external audits.
Strategic Benchmarking & Data Initiatives:
- Help build the Business Process for Identifying Internal Benchmarking Metrics.
- Maintain an Internal Best-Practices Library linked to tools like the Best in Ford Dashboard.
- Use benchmarking data and analytical skills to provide insights that drive improvement across GME.
Fostering Collaboration & Communication:
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance & Engineering.
- Communicate financial information effectively to all stakeholders including executive presentations and written reports.
- Maintain Customer Problem Resolution Guide for user support.
Leading & Developing Your Team:
- Supervise guide & monitor financial control analysts.
- Manage team performance (reviews goals feedback development).
- Foster teamwork & manage workload.
Leveraging Technology & Systems:
- Utilize ERP/Financial Systems (Aurora PFR2 iERP FinDash).
- Use Data Analysis Tools (Dashboards) for insights.
- Oversee Key Business Tool Modernization (planning allocation tools).
- Ensure data security.
Youll have...
- Accounting or Business Degree ((Bachelors level degree with 8 years of experience or masters degree with 5 years of experience))
- Experience applying the Core Expertise and Essential Skills.
- Direct experience with program/project financial control processes (approval setup PO/receipt review system management).
- Experience using financial data for broader organizational insights.
- Experience with ERP/financial systems; specific experience with PFR2 FinDash iERP and Aurora is highly advantageous.
- Experience with KPIs and user documentation (creating/maintaining guides).
- Experience with process improvement automation or tool modernization projects.
- Ability to communicate and write effectively for executive audiences.
Even better you may have...
- Strategic manufacturing/engineering finance experience.
- Experience managing tool modernization/automation projects.
- Relevant certifications (CPA CMA PMP).
- Prior experience in a supervisory role.
You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
- Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
- 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 Years Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a leadership level 6.
For more information on salary and benefits click here: New Hire Benefits
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-.
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-MG1
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
