Financial Data Analyst - Purchasing Cost Control Technology and Systems

Location: Franklin, TN (Nissan Americas HQ)

Job Schedule: Full Time, On site 

Degree Level: Bachelor’s degree required

Sponsorship: No

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We are currently looking for a Financial Data Analyst - Purchasing Cost Control Technology and Systems to join our team in Franklin, Tennessee.

Purchasing Cost Control team is seeking a data-savvy financial analyst to drive financial reporting, budget coordination, and production cost analysis. You'll work cross-functionally with BOP (budget out parts) and PPM (purchasing project management) teams, own new model budget processes, and deliver high-impact insights through advanced data analytics. Ideal candidates thrive on complex datasets, ad-hoc analysis, and turning numbers into strategy.

A Day in the Life:

• Processes new model performance after cost walk analysis from first contract.
• Functions as subject matter expert on purchasing performance data systems.
• Processes and tracks expenditure requests, analyzing costs vs. benefits.  Processes/approves weekly invoices and prepares inter-company invoices. 
• Leads process improvement projects cross-functionally with Finance, IT and Purchasing lineside
• Works with internal purchasing clients, as well as, cross-functionally with finance, engineering and NNA affiliates.
• Implements process improvements through data mining software like
• Performs other related duties and ad-hoc reports as necessary.

Who We’re Looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Technology, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Min 5 years of experience in technology, coding, accounting, finance, or a related analytical discipline.
• Proficiency in Finance Reproting, Data Analytics, Visualization tools including but not limit to Power Automate, Power BI, Tableau and Snowflake and SAP/ SAP HANA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a large public accounting firm or a multinational corporate accounting or finance department.
• Proficient in Purchasing and Costing systems, with hands-on experience in SAP platforms, including integration and/or migration to SAP HANA.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a proactive, independent problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

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