Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis – Market

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:

• Financial Planning & Analysis:
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of the annual budgeting and forecasting process for Sales, Marketing and Communications, Strategy, and Aftersales departments.
• Support the development and maintenance of financial models to aid in business planning and decision-making within these functions.
• Help analyze financial results for these market-related activities, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights to department heads.
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports focused on these departments.
• Business Partnering:
• Collaborates with department heads in Sales, Marketing and Communications, Strategy, and Aftersales to provide financial insights tailored to their specific needs.
• Ensures that financial guidance aligns with business objectives and contributes to the overall financial performance of the market functions.
• Strategic Planning & Decision Support:
• Assist in the financial analysis and support for major business initiatives, including IT development, outbound logistics, retail strategy, and product marketing and pricing strategies.
• Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling to evaluate potential risks and opportunities within these functions.
• Performance Management:
• Help monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the relevant departments to track business performance.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial dashboards and reporting tools for real-time performance tracking.
• Review spend requests and assist in controlling budgets to ensure departments adhere to their allocated budgets, providing oversight.
• Accounting Support:
• Work closely with the Accounting team to assist with journal entries, monthly close procedures, and reconciliation of financial discrepancies.
• Ensure that financial transactions related to the supported departments are accurately recorded and contribute to a smooth month-end close process.
• Team Collaboration & Development:
• Act as a key point of contact within the FP&A team, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across departments, particularly with Sales, Marketing and Communications, Strategy, and Aftersales teams.
• Provide support in mentoring and developing junior FP&A staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
• Financial Systems & Processes:
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of financial planning and reporting systems relevant to the market functions.
• Help ensure data integrity and accuracy in financial systems and reports, contributing to continuous process improvements.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role may be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, MI; Columbia, SC; Tysons, VA; or remote. This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City. 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:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with a focus on market-related functions.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel and financial software.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with financial systems and ERP software is a plus.

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
  • 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 = $160,000-$180,000

Internal leveling code: M7

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.