Kia America · 5 months ago
Retail Financial Analyst
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expKia America is focused on creating award-winning products and redefining value in the automotive industry. They are seeking a Retail Financial Analyst who will assist with dealer financial analysis and ensure compliance with accounting standards while preparing reports and presentations. The role involves significant interaction with dealers and internal teams to monitor performance and improve financial reporting accuracy.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Support Dealers (Controllers/Business Managers) to submit accurate and on time monthly financial statements, which will in turn lead to database maintenance, KPI tracking, and monitoring dealer compliance to agreements and operating guidelines. Analyst will pro-actively call on dealers, to solicit outstanding financial statements, correct deficient reporting and advise on the Accounting Manual. Will require knowledge of the Business Management System, GAAP and the main functions of the dealership accounting reporting and close process
Work across the department and cross departmentally to ensure accurate and current dealer records. Assist management to improve the accuracy of financial reporting by employing simple account audits and review system validations. Track and monitor specific dealer’s or dealer group’s performance and provide recommendations. Assist in identifying and developing areas for improvement in KUS Accounting Manual, Financial Statement, Operating Guidelines and the Business Plan/Pro Forma
Perform data analysis, industry research (benchmarks) and reporting support for accurate and timely monthly financial reports and insightful performance analysis summaries as needed. Employ correlation analysis to determine KUS’s policies and program (as well as market conditions) effect on dealer performance and profitability
Actively participate in Retail Development monthly accounting cycle for budget management, dealer billing, requisitions, vendor payment and program tracking. Provide planning and logistical execution support for various meetings and events as needed. Assist management with ad hoc administrative support, such as mail merge, record maintenance, process and procedures documentation, and updates to dealer
Respond to legal discoveries and request for composite statements and other dealer performance records
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business management or related major from an accredited college/university or equivalent work experience required
Minimum three to five years in accounting or financial analysis experience
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills in Windows environment
Strong graphical skills for visual presentation (PPT) of performance metrics
Good understanding of financial reporting, accounting systems and month-end close
Ability to interpret dealership financial statements and prioritize financial strengths and weaknesses
Superior organizational ability
Advanced written and oral communication skills
Preferred
Automotive industry experience preferred (OEM or Retailer)
Benefits
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
Paid time off
Company lease and purchase programs
Company-wide holiday shutdown
Paid volunteer hours
Premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California
Company
Kia America
Kia America is headquartered in Irvine, California and is a subsidiary of Kia Corporation.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Seungkyu Yoon
President & CEO
John Yoon
Executive Vice President and General Counsel
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