Specialist, Finance

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:

• Support the development of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and month-end close activities across multiple functional areas.
• Perform detailed variance analysis versus budget and forecast, identify key drivers, and clearly communicate insights to business partners.
• Review and validate spending requests against approved budgets and financial policies.
• Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for leadership and senior management.
• Maintain and enhance financial models, reports, and databases to ensure accuracy, consistency, and data integrity.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align financial plans with operational and strategic objectives.
• Provide financial analysis, modeling, and ad hoc reporting to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Work closely with leadership to deliver department-level financial insights, performance tracking, and actionable recommendations.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• Location: This role will be based out of Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC. This role may be remote to start but will transition to an in-office setting at the headquarters within 6 months of start date. This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
• The responsibilities of this role require 4 days attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly.
• Travel: Applicants should expect that the role may require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and be able to 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, or a related field.
• Years of Experience: Minimum 4+ years of progressive experience in finance.
• Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to partner across functions and present financial insights to non-finance stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and data analysis.
• Experience using accounting and ERP systems (SAP).
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• 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 = $90,000.00 - $112,500.00

Internal leveling code: IC9