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2010 Finance, Career Foundation Program, Entry Level

Ford Company > Ford Function > Ford Component

Ford Motor Company>Finance

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At Ford Motor Company, we are dedicated to designing, manufacturing and selling high quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers. We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. Come discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community and the world in which we live.
Finance has a presence in nearly every Ford plant, division, operation and major subsidiary around the world. Serving as integral members of the Company's management team, we are leaders in Ford's global decision-making. Working with our cross-functional partners in Product Development, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Marketing Sales & Service and Ford Credit, we help to plan, build, market and sell Ford Products around the world – and ensure that we do it profitably.
Ford Motor Company's dynamic Finance organization is widely recognized as a corporate model of excellence. We are looking for self-motivated Finance professionals to join our team. Many of today's leading executives developed their business acumen at Ford Finance. Today, top professionals join us to test their skills, develop their talents and discover their full potential.
The Finance Career Foundation Program (CFP) is an integral component of our commitment to our employees' long-term personal and professional development. The CFP rotational program sets foundation for on-going competency-based development by providing our new Financial Analysts with:
• Numerous developmental opportunities and specialized training to learn the basics of the automotive and related financing business.
• Cross-organizational experiences to build competencies and enable the development of financial expertise and business leadership.
• Opportunities through structured amenities such as Mentoring Circles and Networking events to develop relationships between other new hires, supervisors, Finance leadership and business interfaces.

Typical rotational experiences for new Financial Analysts may include accounting, capital investment analysis, cash management and forecasting, financial reporting, internal auditing, manufacturing cost analysis, product pricing, profit forecasting, revenue and market analysis, and vehicle program cost analysis.

Preferred Qualifications
As a Financial Analyst, you should be able to model our ONE FORD Expected Behaviors:
• Foster Functional and Technical Excellence -- Demonstrate a solid grasp of business concepts, realistic judgment, and quantitative and critical thinking skills.
• Own Working Together -- Work effectively with others as one team, recognize and address the strengths and weaknesses in one's self and others and communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively.
• Role Model Ford Values -- Model leadership (integrity, drive, courage and initiative) in personal and professional experiences.
• Deliver Results -- Maintain data integrity and accuracy and use data to identify and solve problems and manage multiple tasks.

Preferred candidates are students graduating from a Bachelor's or MBA program with a concentration in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Math or Statistics and a GPA of at least a 3.25 (BBA) or 3.5 (MBA) on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
Candidates graduating from a Bachelor's program in disciplines other than those noted above, with strong quantitative skills and abilities are also invited to apply.
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. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

During the on-campus interview process, you will be asked to complete a business case pertaining to the automotive industry. The case will require some preparation, however it will give you a great opportunity to both showcase your analytical skills and gain an understanding of typical experiences that challenge a Ford Financial Analyst.
We have a commitment to our products and customers, but also know that our employees are the driving force behind our success. Find out what it is like to love your job. Come discover a Company that is focused on designing better cars, but also cares about you, your family and your community. By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

Level(s) of Responsibility:

Entry-Level (FCG)

Hiring Location(s):

Michigan, USA

Employment Type:

Full time