Financial Analyst (Dish)

GE Appliances - Louisville, KY

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Louisville, KY

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

As a Financial Analyst (Dish) at GE Appliances, you will play a crucial role in financial reporting, forecasting, and supporting the financial aspects of new product introductions (NPI) for dishwasher products. This position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure financial commitments are met and to drive improvements in forecasting and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial analysis related to new product introduction (NPI) programs for dishwasher products.
• Conduct cost/benefit and payback calculations to assess financial impacts.
• Serve as the key point of contact with cross-functional program teams, including Technology and Product Management.
• Measure program benefits and spending to achieve financial commitments.
• Develop and utilize risk management tools to ensure flawless execution of programs.
• Lead financial preparation and presentations during formal program reviews.
• Drive accountability for variances to plans and delays in program execution.
• Conduct monthly NPI tracking and reporting analysis post-launch, including orders, sales, and margin.
• Collaborate with Technology and Product Management teams to compile multi-year NPI spending budgets.
• Complete monthly NPI investment and expense forecasts and variance analysis.
• Perform monthly closing and quarterly account reconciliation for Dishwasher products.
• Support cross-functional analysis to improve overall product line profitability.
• Own commercial PL estimates for SRO, LTP, and SII processes.
• Partner with the Senior Director of Finance to drive forecasting improvements through the SOP process.
• Provide support to Operating/Finance teams on key initiatives and ad hoc reporting.
• Champion process improvements including reporting simplification and forecasting accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in financial analysis or a similar role.
• Proficiency in Oracle ERP systems and reporting tools.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience in budgeting and strategic planning.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience with product management in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with financial modeling and forecasting techniques.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities