Strategic Initiatives Analyst I

Job Title

Strategic Initiatives Analyst I

Job Description

GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is 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 our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.

At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work we thrive.

Our Purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters.

Responsibilities

About the role

The Strategic Initiatives Analyst I will support the development and deployment of GM Financial's strategic planning framework. The framework assists leadership in understanding emerging trends (e.g., Generative AI, digital, fintech, etc.) and developing a strategic roadmap to create and maintain competitive advantage. This role will work cross-functionally to support strategic initiatives in the capacity of financial modeling and competitive intelligence research. The Strategic Initiatives Analyst I will support business case development and lead investment analysis in evaluating new lines of business and/or strategic capabilities. It is expected the Analyst I will provide ongoing analytical and project support as initiatives move into execution.

In this role you will:

• Support the development of business cases with cross-functional project team members.
• Support market assessment activities to evaluate new initiatives.
• Lead financial modeling workstreams.
• Manage competitive intelligence routines and tracking emerging risks and opportunities using competitive intelligence tools.
• Contribute to ongoing incubation of emerging business lines.

Qualifications

What makes you an ideal candidate?

• Advanced in financial modeling and valuation in Excel.
• Creative self-starter with the ability to independently move projects forward, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Curious team player with a positive attitude in a results-driven environment.
• Strong commitment to timelines, collaboration, accuracy, and communication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Knowledge and Skills

• Working effectively within an AI enabled environment:
• Ability to use AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to support daily work
• Skills in evaluating AI outputs for accuracy, compliance, and bias
• Experience integrating AI into workflows to improve efficiency or insights
• Familiarity with AI assisted research, summarization, and content generation
• Understanding of responsible AI use, including ethics and data protection

Education & Work Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field required
• 1+ years of experience in strategic planning, strategic development or finance required
• Financial modeling and valuation in Excel preferred

What We Offer:

Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay, and nine company holidays

Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work we thrive

Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility

Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in office

NOTE: We are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship for this position

This position is not open to agency submissions

Job Info

• Job Identification 260268
• Job Category Program/Project Management
• Posting Date 05/29/2026, 04:03 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 801 Cherry Street, Fort Worth, TX, 76102, US 1240 Woodward Ave, Suite 0800, Detroit, MI, 48226, US (Hybrid)