Manager, Long Range Planning and Project Controlling (FP&A Function)

What you’ll do

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

• Manage and coordinate long-range planning activities for plant’s financial requirements
• Evaluate and perform plausibility check based on manufacturing shops’ financial and headcount requests
• Set long-range financial and headcount targets based on agreed upon project targets and long-range production volume/structure premise
• Establish first set of annual targets by shop that’s consistent with the long-range planning
• Evaluate financial and headcount needs arise from new project introduction, mid-life cycle updates and package changes during the year
• Establish a long-range business plan and identify areas of risks and opportunities
• Perform business case evaluations and make recommendations
• Conduct make vs. buy/in-house vs. outsource analysis and make recommendations
• Establish long-range invest needs for non-project/product related activities
• Maintain routine dialog/network collaboration with both corporate colleagues and group associates overseas
• Act as key contact partner to corporate/group financial colleague
• Lead and coach team of controllers to maximize team effectiveness and talent development
• Perform analysis in comparison to critical financial figures
• Summarize long-range financial targets and present to various levels of management
• Represent finance organization in carrying out finance initiatives
• Perform other duties assigned by management

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, SC. 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 Scouts 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:

• BA/BS/BBA in Finance, Accounting or business degree (MBA preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in a financial, FP&A, controlling and planning role
• 10+ years of professional experience in the manufacturing environment (preferably in automotive industry)
• 5+ years of supervisory/management experience in a financial function
• Advanced experience and know-how in the area of Financial Planning and Analysis
• Ability to pay attention to details as well as summarize complicated situations into management summary
• Prior leadership experience with proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to success and performance
• Proven strategic thinking and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills - interpersonal, presentation and written
• Ability and flexibility to both compromise and stand firm for financial decisions in an ever-changing environment
• German language skill helpful

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
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
  • Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle and to lease 1 vehicle at competitive rates 
  • A mobility stipend

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 = $130,000 - $155,000

Internal leveling code: M8

Notice to applicants:

• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.