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MBA Corporate Finance Leadership Development Program

General Motors

General Motors

MBA Corporate Finance Leadership Development Program

Detroit, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    As an Associate, you will support and consult with multiple facets of the General Motors global portfolio by solving challenging and critical strategic issues facing the company.

    GM Finance created the Corporate Finance Leadership Development Program, consisting of rotations within the Treasurer's Office/GM Finance with the intention of developing broad financial and consulting skills and producing the next generation of Finance leaders at General Motors.

    This program is comprised of select employees who are currently pursuing an MBA and graduating between December 2021 - June of 2022 and has several years of prior work experience. This program offers approximately three rotational assignments in high visibility areas. Associates will rotate on average every 12-18 months pending proven performance in each rotation. Upon successful completion of the program, Associates are expected to take on important managerial roles within the finance organization.

    New Associates are given immediate and meaningful responsibilities and are exposed to a wide range of strategic and financial assignments. Depending on the rotation, Associates may work on diverse projects such as managing GM's cash investment portfolio, developing an FX risk management policy, analyzing investments in new ventures, setting corporate liquidity policy, managing global bank relations, issuing bonds, etc. These diverse and challenging rotations provide an excellent training ground for a career in corporate finance - program graduates will become part of a successful group of alumni.

    The rotational positions available cover all areas of the Treasurer's Office including but not limited to: Capital Planning & Corporate Finance, Corporate Special Projects, Debt & Equity Capital Markets, Foreign Exchange & Commodities, Cash Investments & Structured Finance, Auto Finance, Treasury Operations, Supplier Finance Risk Management, and Pensions Strategy. There is also opportunity to rotate to other areas of GM such as Corporate Development, Financial Planning & Analysis, and select Operational Finance roles across functions (e.g., product development, supply chain) and business units (e.g., North America, Customer Care & Aftersales).

    These positions are primarily in SE Michigan, but in later rotations may be in other USA/overseas business units or regional treasury centers.

    This role offers the following WORK APPROPRIATELY strategies:

    • ONSITE: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis.
    • HYBRID: This position does not require an employee to be onsite full-time to perform most effectively. The employee's role enables them to work at a GM facility or off-site as frequently as needed or desired.
  • Qualifications

    JOB REQUIREMENTS

    • Graduating with an MBA degree between December 2021 and June of 2022.
    • Strong Analytical Skills / Fundamental Knowledge of Corporate Finance
    • Preferred degree background in Finance, Economics, or Accounting
    • Prior work experience of at least three years
    • Familiarity in use of common financial tools (ROIC, NPV, IRR, etc.)
    • Knowledge of corporate finance principles including ability to perform balance sheet analysis, income statement analysis, cash flow statement analysis, capital structure analysis, etc.
    • Familiarity with basic accounting principles
    • Critical thinking and inquisitive mind
    • Advanced Excel skills and strong modeling and financial valuation skills
    • Can provide accurate, timely and reliable reporting and controls
    • Ability to learn quickly

    STRATEGIC THINKING AND BUSINESS ACUMEN

    • Ability to grasp the "big picture" and underlying strategic issues
    • Ability to develop solutions to complex problems
    • Ability to bring fresh perspective to challenges and effectively communicate advantages to such perspectives/ideas
    • Ability to benchmark competition with regard to performance standards, best practices

    PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND CLIENT MANAGEMENT

    • Ability to ask critical questions and gather data
    • Ability to coordinate and manage tasks within a broader project
    • Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently with minimal guidance/supervision
    • Proactively works to resolve issues and move project tasks forward
    • Ability to achieve results that align with GM's business objectives

    TEAMWORK AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS

    • Ability to work with people within and outside the group, including cross-functional partners
    • Works with sense of urgency to complete assignments
    • Solves problems and develops new methods of analysis to streamline decision making
    • Searches out and corrects inconsistent data; finds and fixes root cause of inconsistencies; understands the drivers
    • Collaborates and coordinates information flow with other staffs and business units for optimal corporate decisions

    STRONG VERBAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS

    • Ability to structure presentations in straightforward, efficient manner
    • Effective business writer; able to provide a short synopsis and recommendation
    • Functional/Technical Skills: Problem Solving, Drive for Results, Decision Quality, Interpersonal Savvy, Strategic Agility, Managerial Courage, Innovative Thinking

    ABOUT GM

    Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

    WHY JOIN US

    We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

    DIVERSITY INFORMATION

    General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENTS

    The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

  • Benefits

    BENEFITS OVERVIEW

    The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:

    • Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
    • Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
    • Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
    • Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
    • Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
    • Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
  • Industry
    Automotive
  • About Us

    GM’s Early Career Talent Program is committed to cultivating future leaders. Our program is a great opportunity to apply your skills, gain experience, and help unlock your professional potential. Interns are invited to attend a series of networking opportunities and mentorship programs, as well as obtain access to our career ambassador network.

    Our company vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer, and more equitable for all. We will expand our horizons through new technology platforms and create innovations that deliver customer value.