Financial Analyst-Consolidation & External Reporting at ZF Friedrichshafen

Req ID 86333 | Gbl Elec HQ - Farmington Hills, United States ZF Active Safety and Electronics US LLC

About the Position

The Financial Analyst – Consolidation & External Reporting supports the consolidation of financial statements and the preparation of external reports, including ESG disclosures, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and alignment with corporate standards.

What you can look forward to as Financial Analyst- Consolidation & External Reporting:

• Assist in the consolidation of multi-entity financial data in compliance with IFRS and local GAAP
• Support preparation and review of external financial reports and disclosures
• Collect, validate, and report ESG-related data as part of external reporting requirements
• Collaborate with ESG, finance, and legal teams to ensure consistent and accurate ESG reporting
• Maintain and update consolidation and reporting tools (e.g., SAP BPC, Hyperion)Help monitor changes in financial and ESG reporting regulations and implement updates
• Assist in audit preparation and respond to auditor inquiries related to consolidation and ESG reporting
• Support training and guidance for finance teams on consolidation and ESG data requirements
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in consolidation and reporting workflows

Your Profile as Financial Analyst- Consolidation & External Reporting:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 3–6 years’ experience in financial consolidation, external reporting, or ESG reporting
• Knowledge of IFRS, local GAAP, and ESG frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB)
• Experience in automotive or manufacturing sector preferred
• Proficient in Excel and consolidation/reporting software (SAP BPC, Hyperion, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Good understanding of accounting and ESG reporting principles
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities
• Proactive problem-solving, process improvement mindset, and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

What We Offer:

• A supportive collaborative team environment
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Personal Time
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• A strong diversity culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Be part of our ZF team as Financial Analyst-Consolidation & External Reporting and apply now!

Contact

Gabriela Palacio

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

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