Finance Manager – Engineering

General Motors

Finance Manager leading financial initiatives and team at General Motors in support of Engineering projects. Focusing on data-driven decisions and operational excellence aligned with strategic objectives.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeWarren • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong financial acumen and complex problem-solving skills to drive strategic objectives and improve financial performance. Capable of leading and developing high-performing teams while fostering cross-functional collaboration and effective communication.

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Financial AcumenTeam LeadershipCross-Functional CollaborationProject ManagementChange Management

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisBudget ManagementForecastingPerformance MetricsOperational PlanningResource AllocationFinancial ModelingData InterpretationBusiness StrategyProblem Solving

Soft Skills

CommunicationCoachingPersuasionAdaptabilityTeam Building

Industry Keywords

FinanceAccountingLeadershipStakeholder EngagementContinuous ImprovementWorkplace CultureCustomer ExperiencePerformance OptimizationChange ManagementStrategic Priorities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop a seven-member analyst team with diverse skill sets; guide direct reports on scoping complex problems and developing creative, innovative financial solutions.
Partner with Engineering to ensure adherence to M&T budget guidelines while setting program targets and monitoring performance, risks, opportunities, and profit optimization actions.
Deliver executive-level insights by translating financial results to assure clear understanding of leadership direction and gain agreement regarding the business forecast direction; expertly adapt communication style and use persuasion to convey results and recommendations across different disciplines.
Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy, reporting processes, financial models, and workplace-of-choice initiatives across GPD Finance.
Develop operational plans, establish objectives for the team, allocate resources, and delegate assignments; drive strategy and implementation of large projects impacting multiple departments.
Be accountable for workforce planning, operational, and financial decisions in the area managed; set objectives and own the delivery of metrics and Key Performance Indicators that align with GM's strategic priorities.
Translate strategies into clear direction for the team; reprioritize and reallocate resources as appropriate based on changing business needs.
Build a team with the optimal mix of talent and experience; make staffing decisions, support and guide individual development of direct reports, and drive performance.
Develop plans for people resources and ensure team members are continuing to grow their skills and competencies; maintain continued career discussions with the team based on their unique strengths.
Help drive culture and workplace-of-choice initiatives within GPD Finance to make it a destination of choice; champion change management and role model GM's behaviors to maintain a productive team without inhibiting individuality and personal diversity.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree (preferred Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field).
7+ years of experience in finance
Experience in management or leadership.
Demonstrate strong financial acumen by interpreting enterprise results, explaining underlying drivers, and delivering insights that drive alignment, action, and outcomes; apply strong business acumen and complex problem-solving techniques to issues that influence key functional objectives.
Build and sustain strong cross-functional relationships across Finance, Engineering, Program Management, and business partners, serving as a trusted consultative resource; influence others within and outside the organization who may be skeptical or unwilling to accept new concepts, practices, and approaches.
Use customer feedback and clear communication to improve support, strengthen business case development, and ensure on-time deliverables; proactively translate insights into actionable strategies to improve the customer experience.
Effectively plan, coordinate, and lead multiple concurrent projects while maintaining accurate storytelling and execution focus; demonstrate a bias for action and navigate high-pressure situations with composure and focus.
Effectively coach, develop, and strengthen team members and the team as a whole; listen and learn from each other; boost individual and team performance by adapting management styles and building high-performing teams.
Support clear communication, context, and complete openness within the team; foster an environment where team members feel safe to share ideas, ask questions, and speak fearlessly.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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