Finance Controller, Long-Range Planning & Series Material

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Lead material cost controlling activities for production, including variance analysis, forecasting, and cost‑optimization initiatives across manufacturing operations. 
• Own the planning, monitoring, and reporting of serial material cost performance (standard cost updates, index impacts, and actual‑vs‑plan deviations). 
• Serve as the subject matter expert for serial material cost controlling and related finance processes, including key SAP/IT system integrations. 
• Develop robust business cases (e.g., insourcing, lease‑vs‑buy, make‑or‑buy) to support strategic and operational decision‑making. 
• Partner cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to drive alignment toward long‑term financial and operational targets. 
• Establish and refine planning assumptions, cost drivers, and methodologies used in forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning models. 
• Identify, quantify, and report cost‑saving opportunities across both operational and strategic initiatives. 
• Prepare clear, compelling financial presentations for leadership decision‑making forums and milestone reviews. 
• Support the development and continuous improvement of Long‑Range Planning and the annual budget for manufacturing operations. 
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and data integrity across all financial inputs, business cases, and analytical models. 
• Conduct ad‑hoc financial analyses and support special projects as assigned by management. 

 

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina.
• This role requires 4 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. 
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

• Education/Certifications: A bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related technical field. 
• Years of Experience: 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment, preferably in a Finance-focused role. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to simplify complex financial topics for non-finance stakeholders. 
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.  
• Proven ability to compile, interpret, and present financial information clearly and concisely—frequently in PowerPoint—to leadership and cross‑functional teams. 
• Ability to think strategically and connect operational cost drivers to long-term financial and business outcomes. 
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive alignment across cross functional teams without direct authority. 
• Demonstrated ability to apply a solution‑oriented mindset to project challenges through effective cross‑functional collaboration. 
• Advanced analytical and data‑visualization capabilities, including expertise in Excel (financial modeling, macros, scenario and sensitivity analysis). 
• Knowledge of business process management and organization. 
• Understanding of automotive technologies and market dynamics, including component cost structures, production processes, competitive landscape, and cost‑market strategies. 
• Minimum of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required for all roles at Scout Motors, Inc.

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $100,000.00 - $125,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC8