Director, Corporate Finance Operations

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:

The Director of Finance Operations will lead multiple Finance functions for Scout Motors, ensuring benchmark accuracy, timeliness, and innovative practices for the Finance department. The role is responsible for 1) Corporate Functions Controlling, 2) Accounting, and 3) Payroll. The Director will drive financial discipline, enhance processes, and ensure compliance while partnering closely with business leaders to support strategic decision-making. As Scout Motors is a start-up, the Director is often tasked with defining and solving new challenges within the company to ensure high financial standards are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operational Excellence

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance operations team
• Establish and enforce strong internal controls and governance frameworks
• Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization
• Partner cross-functionally to improve financial visibility and decision-making
• Support strategic initiatives, including system implementations and scaling efforts

Controlling of Corporate Functions

• Serve as the head of the Controlling Team responsible for Scout Corporate Functions (e.g., HR, IT, Legal, Finance, Administration, Procurement, Executive, Compliance)
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes for corporate cost centers
• Provide variance analysis and actionable insights to department leaders
• Ensure cost discipline and alignment with company financial targets
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives
• Drive transparency and accountability across corporate spending

Accounting Oversight

• Oversee the Scout Accounting department, which is responsible for all aspects of the function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Interface with the shareholders’ Group Accounting functions to maintain IFRS compliance and practices
• Oversee preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules
• Manage audits (external and internal), ensuring readiness and resolution of findings
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, systems, and controls

Payroll Oversight

• Oversee the Scout Payroll department, which is responsible for end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Partner with HR to manage employee data integrity and compensation changes
• Implement and maintain robust payroll controls and audit processes

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC. 
• This role requires 4-5 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.
• Occasional business travel (mostly domestic, occasionally international) to other locations will be required.

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 (advanced degrees or functional accreditations (CMA, CPA) a plus.
• Years of Experience required in type of role: 12+ years of experience in various Finance disciplines, preferably in an manufacturing and product-based industry with significant management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the capability to explain complex financial concepts to non-experts and present to senior management and stakeholders
• Expert knowledge of financial and treasury principles, including cash management, debt financing, risk management, investment strategies, and insurance oversight
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed financial decisions
• Leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions, including Legal, Operations, Logistics, IT, Sales Operations, and external advisors
• Detail-oriented, with a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness in financial reporting and compliance
• Proficiency in, ERP software (SAP FI/CO), Microsoft Excel and analytic toolsets
• Adaptability to changing financial regulations, industry trends, and technology

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: $170,000.00 - $206,250.00

Internal Leveling Code: M6