Matthew Kudwa
About Matthew Kudwa
Matthew Kudwa is a Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst at Faurecia, specializing in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. He has over six years of experience in financial analysis and has worked across various roles within the company since 2018.
Work at Faurecia
Matthew Kudwa has been employed at Faurecia as a Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst since 2018. In this role, he specializes in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. He utilizes software tools such as METIS, HFM, and Magritte to develop reports that analyze actual and forecasted Profit & Loss statements. His responsibilities include tracking monthly Capital Expenditures and reporting findings to the Manufacturing Team. Additionally, he assists in the month-end close process for Division Finance Controlling across 13 North American plants and analyzes monthly cash forecasts for these locations.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Matthew Kudwa worked at Faurecia as a Purchasing Controller Intern from 2017 to 2018. During this internship, he gained valuable experience in financial operations within the automotive industry. Before joining Faurecia, he was employed at Waltonwood Senior Community as a Host/Server from 2013 to 2017, where he developed customer service skills and teamwork experience.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Kudwa studied at Oakland University, where he pursued a Bachelor of Science in Finance from 2014 to 2018. His academic background provides him with a solid foundation in financial principles, which he applies in his current role. He is currently in school to further enhance his knowledge and skills in finance.
Financial Analysis Skills
In his role as a Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst, Matthew Kudwa ensures the accuracy of financial statements, including the Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss, and Operating Margin, using METIS, Magritte, and SAP. He provides critical information to the Purchasing organization regarding monthly spending and payment terms, contributing to effective financial management within the company.