AI Financial Analyst

About the role

The AI Financial Analyst will support Gotion’s Finance organization by combining traditional FP&A responsibilities with advanced analytics, automation, and AI-driven insights. This role focuses on transforming financial data into predictive insights, building automated reporting systems, and enabling smarter, faster decision-making across manufacturing operations.

Essential Responsibilities

• AI-Enabled Financial Analysis
• Develop AI-assisted financial models to improve forecasting accuracy and scenario planning.
• Use machine learning tools or AI platforms to identify cost trends, anomalies, and operational inefficiencies.
• Support predictive analytics for manufacturing costs, labor utilization, and supply chain spend.
• Translate complex datasets into actionable business insights for leadership.
• FP&A & Business Support
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial close processes.
• Perform variance analysis on manufacturing costs, overhead, and operational KPIs.
• Support capital investment analysis and ROI modeling for production expansion projects.
• Possess strong communication skills to partner with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to understand cost drivers.
• Data Automation & Reporting
• Build and maintain automated dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
• Streamline financial reporting processes using Python, SQL, or AI-based tools.
• Improve data quality, consistency, and accessibility across finance systems.
• Reduce manual reporting effort through automation and workflow optimization.
• AI & Finance Transformation
• Identify opportunities to integrate AI tools into finance workflows (forecasting, reporting, close process).
• Support implementation of finance data platforms and analytics infrastructure.
• Collaborate with IT and data engineering teams on AI-enabled finance initiatives.
• Evaluate and test emerging AI tools for financial planning and analysis use cases.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with plant leadership to provide real-time financial insights.
• Support decision-making for production planning, pricing, and cost optimization.
• Communicate findings clearly to non-finance stakeholders using data visualization and storytelling.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lean finance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or operations finance.
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Exposure to SQL, Python, or AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, automation platforms, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing, automotive, EV, battery, semiconductor, or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with machine learning concepts or applied AI in business settings.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• MBA or advanced analytics coursework.
• Experience building dashboards or automated reporting pipelines.

Key Competencies

• Financial Modeling & Forecasting
• AI-Driven Analytics
• Data Visualization & Storytelling
• Automation & Process Improvement
• FP&A Fundamentals
• Manufacturing Cost Analysis
• SQL / Python (Preferred)
• Business Partnering
• Strategic Thinking
• Continuous Improvement

Benefits

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package at Gotion, and is determined within a range. This provides you with the opportunity to progress as you grow and advance your career at Gotion. The base pay range for this role is shown below, and will depend on your skills, qualifications, experiences, and location.

Pay

Expected Pay Range
$110,000 - $140,000 USD

Company Information

Gotion Inc. is a global leader in advanced energy storage and battery manufacturing, driving innovation in electrification and clean energy systems. As we scale one of North America’s largest battery production facilities, we are building a next-generation finance organization powered by data, automation, and artificial intelligence.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and ensuring equal employment opportunities for all.

We provide equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), parental status, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.