AVP Forecasting Planning and Analysis

GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors, headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America, and the Asia Pacific region. Through long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet customer needs, as well as commercial lending products to help dealers finance and grow their businesses.

About The Role

This role sits at the center of the company’s financial strategy, transforming complex business data into actionable insights that guide executive decision-making. As the AVP, Forecasting, Planning & Analysis, you will lead the global forecasting and planning process, driving enterprise-wide alignment across North America, International Operations, and key business lines. You will own the consolidation and delivery of monthly forecasts, Annual Budget, and Long-Term Plan (LTP) cycles, shaping a clear and compelling financial narrative for senior leadership. Partnering closely with business and finance leaders, you will provide strategic guidance, challenge assumptions, and ensure a consistent, accurate view of the company’s financial outlook.

This leader will oversee forecasting, performance reporting, variance analysis, and strategic planning across the balance sheet, income statement, and capital framework. Beyond delivering insights, you will champion continuous improvement by enhancing forecasting methodologies, strengthening financial controls, optimizing systems, and elevating executive-level reporting and presentations. The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen with a strategic mindset, exceptional executive communication skills, and a passion for driving organizational performance through data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the enterprise forecasting process, delivering consolidated monthly forecasts, Budget, and Long-Term Plan (LTP) results that inform executive decision-making.
• Drive the financial narrative, leading CEO/CFO reviews and aligning assumptions, risks, opportunities, and performance insights across regions and business lines.
• Partner and influence across GM, FP&A, Treasury, Accounting, and executive leadership to deliver actionable analysis, identify key drivers, and guide strategic decisions.
• Transform and elevate forecasting capabilities by strengthening governance, enhancing processes and systems, and developing a high-performing, engaged team.

Qualifications

• Expert in forecasting and financial modeling, with deep knowledge of captive finance business drivers.
• Strategic storyteller who turns complex financial results into clear, executive-level insights.
• Strong enterprise finance acumen, with expertise across the income statement, balance sheet, capital, and liquidity.
• Influential leader who challenges assumptions and drives informed decision-making.
• Experienced with Oracle EPM or similar platforms, including consolidation, forecasting, and reporting.
• Process and controls champion with a track record of improving accuracy, governance, and efficiency.
• Collaborative business partner who builds credibility across Finance, Investor Relations, and executive leadership.
• Proven people leader who develops high-performing teams and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 5-7 years in financial forecasting
• 3-5 years managing people and/or leadership experience
• 5-7 years in securitization structuring (preferred)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• Master’s Degree or CPA (preferred)

Benefits

• 401K matching
• 12 weeks bonding leave for new parents (100% paid)
• Tuition assistance
• Training opportunities
• GM employee auto discount
• Community service pay
• Nine company holidays

Pay

Competitive salary and bonus eligibility.

Schedule

Flexible hybrid work environment, 3 days a week in office.