Leah Parks, Msba
About Leah Parks, Msba
Leah Parks is the Financial Planning Lead for Enterprise Connectivity at Ford Motor Company, where she oversees financial planning for a $437 million portfolio. She has extensive experience in financial analysis and governance processes, having previously held various roles in accounting and financial counseling.
Current Role at Ford Motor Company
Leah Parks serves as the Financial Planning Lead for Enterprise Connectivity at Ford Motor Company. In this role, she has been responsible for leading the financial planning efforts for a portfolio valued at $437 million. Her position requires her to facilitate governance processes for executive leadership, which includes organizing weekly SARs, monthly BPRs, and quarterly all-hands meetings for the global leadership team. She has held this position since 2016.
Previous Experience at Ford Motor Company
Leah Parks has held multiple positions at Ford Motor Company. She worked as a Wallstreet Systems Configuration Analyst from 2015 to 2016 and as an Intercompany Accounting Analyst from 2014 to 2015. Both roles were based in Dearborn, Michigan, and contributed to her expertise in financial systems and accounting practices within the automotive industry.
Career Background in Financial Services
Before her tenure at Ford, Leah Parks worked in various financial roles. She was a Personal Advisor at Community Choice Credit Union for four months in 2012. Additionally, she served as a Bilingual Financial Counselor at GreenPath Debt Solutions from 2007 to 2012, where she provided financial guidance to clients. She also worked as a Treasury Accountant for the City of Dearborn from 2013 to 2014.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Leah Parks earned her Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Spanish Language from Madonna University, studying from 2001 to 2005. She later pursued a Master’s degree in International Business, achieving her MSBA from the same institution between 2007 and 2011. Her educational background supports her expertise in financial planning and analysis.
Subject Matter Expertise
Leah Parks serves as the global subject matter expert for purchasing and requisitioning across a team of over 40 managers. This role highlights her leadership and specialized knowledge in financial processes and systems, contributing to effective decision-making and resource management within the organization.