Financial Analyst - Audit (Hybrid - Warren, MI)

A partner of The Mom Project in the automotive industry is seeking a contract Financial Analyst to help support their business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze supplier contracts to identify pricing errors, contract discrepancies, and cost recovery opportunities
• Perform financial analysis using enterprise systems to determine the root causes of contract pricing issues
• Review contract reports and ad hoc data to identify savings opportunities
• Prepare and communicate audit findings to Purchasing and key stakeholders
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to resolve contract issues
• Support supplier negotiations by providing financial analysis and audit findings
• Drive the timely closure of contract audits, recovery cases, and supplier overpayments
• Track and report key performance metrics, including audit completion, case aging, and cost recoveries
• Conduct special financial studies and analyses as requested by leadership
• Identify process improvement opportunities to reduce pricing errors and strengthen contract accuracy
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting throughout the audit and recovery process
• Support annual supplier cost recovery initiatives and financial performance goals

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• 2-4 years of experience in financial analysis, contract analysis, audit, or a related field
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, formulas, and data analysis
• Experience analyzing contracts to identify pricing discrepancies or financial recovery opportunities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Experience preparing financial reports and presenting findings to stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Purchasing, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Results-oriented with strong decision-making and stakeholder management skills

Hours and Location:

• M-F, 40 hours/week
• Hybrid in Warren, MI - 3 days(Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) in-office, 2 days remote per week

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.