Finance Manager at Kia America

Job description

At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day. Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and paid time off. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California. Status Exempt General Summary This position will oversee the financial impact of various departments on the corporate budget and financial statements. Responsibilities include conducting pre‑ and post‑program analyses to assess program effectiveness and ensure accurate financial reporting. The role will also lead group reviews of budgeted expenses and participate in providing financial support to operations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Priority One – 40% Program Review and Expense Reconciliation, which includes in depth review and analysis of Department requests for funding of programs and services. Priority Two – 20% Financial Reporting and Analysis, including monthly variance reporting and monthly/quarterly forecasting. Priority Three – 20% Month-End and Year-End Close, including the distribution, collection and review of departmental accruals, and timely posting of all period-ending journal entries into the G/L. Priority Four – 10% Audits - Conduct program audits to ensure that program results are documented, and performance/goals are achieved as stated on request. Priority Five – 10% Department Support – Ad hoc data analysis and related support requested by business units. Personally Performed Duties • Create and update reports to be used for expense tracking and presentation to senior finance management. • Prepare weekly/monthly variance summaries (Actual vs Budget vs Forecast) with concise drivers, risks, and recommended actions. • Manage accrual process by gathering inputs, validate support, submit/record accruals, and track reversals. • Monitor budget pacing and forecast accuracy, identify emerging overruns/underspends early, and propose mitigations. • Ensure that proper recognition of expenses and income has taken place so that the financials can be closed timely every month. • Conduct program audits to ensure that program results are documented, and performance/goals are achieved as stated on request. • Work closely with assigned Departments providing required support so they can better understand financial impact of program spending. • Manage activities of up to two direct reports to facilitate the actions stated above across multiple business units. • Organize and lead quarterly and annual Business Plan review meetings with Business Units. Qualifications/Education • BS in Finance/Accounting, or equivalent experience. • MBA preferred. Job Requirement • 5+ years in Management role overseeing corporate budgets. • Automotive Industry experience preferred. • Experience managing one or more direct reports. • Experience with SAP is strongly preferred. • Experience communicating and coordinating with multiple departments. • Experience working with Marketing/Advertising spend preferred but not required. Specialized Skills and Knowledge Required • Advanced Excel skills – experience with v-lookup functions and pivot tables • Excellent communication skills – Oral and written. • Ability to lead and conduct meetings to drive alignment and decision-making. • Demonstrated analytical skills that allow for interpretation of Finance related matters. • Ability to work with multiple data sets to identify financial trends and behaviors • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, especially with regards to sensitive or confidential personnel or organizational matters. Competencies • Care for People • Chase Excellence Every Day • Dare to Push Boundaries • Empower People to Act • Move Further Together Pay Range $89,936.24 - $121,409 Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, etc. Equal Employment Opportunities KUS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, including pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, legally protected physical disability or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KUS complies with applicable law governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which KUS has offices. The KUS EEO policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. Disclaimer : The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and for this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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General Summary
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Priority One – 40%
Program Review and Expense Reconciliation, which includes in depth review and analysis of Department requests for funding of programs and services.
Priority Two – 20%
Financial Reporting and Analysis, including monthly variance reporting and monthly/quarterly forecasting.
Priority Three – 20%
Month-End and Year-End Close, including the distribution, collection and review of departmental accruals, and timely posting of all period-ending journal entries into the G/L.
Priority Four – 10%
Audits - Conduct program audits to ensure that program results are documented, and performance/goals are achieved as stated on request.
Priority Five – 10%
Department Support – Ad hoc data analysis and related support requested by business units.
Personally Performed Duties
Create and update reports to be used for expense tracking and presentation to senior finance management.
Prepare weekly/monthly variance summaries (Actual vs Budget vs Forecast) with concise drivers, risks, and recommended actions.
Manage accrual process by gathering inputs, validate support, submit/record accruals, and track reversals.
Monitor budget pacing and forecast accuracy, identify emerging overruns/underspends early, and propose mitigations.
Ensure that proper recognition of expenses and income has taken place so that the financials can be closed timely every month.
Conduct program audits to ensure that program results are documented, and performance/goals are achieved as stated on request.
Work closely with assigned Departments providing required support so they can better understand financial impact of program spending.

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MBA preferred.
Automotive Industry experience preferred.
Experience with SAP is strongly preferred.
Experience working with Marketing/Advertising spend preferred but not required.

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