Sr. Specialist, Finance Process Excellence

About the role

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it's a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn't been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute.

And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements - an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

What you'll do

The Finance Process Excellence Sr. Specialist will serve as a key partner to the Finance organization, responsible for defining, documenting, and optimizing end-to-end finance processes across the enterprise. This role bridges high-level process frameworks (e.g., Source-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Record-to-Report) with detailed accounting execution (e.g., fixed assets, prepaid accounting, accruals).

This individual will help establish a standardized, scalable finance operating model and serve as a critical enabler of ERP (SAP) implementation and digital finance transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Finance Process Documentation

• Document finance processes across major domains (S2P, O2C, R2R, A2R)
• Translate high-level processes into detailed sub-process flows
• Develop SOPs, process maps, and RACI models
• Ensure clarity of inputs, outputs, controls, and ownership

Process Standardization & Optimization

• Identify inefficiencies and control gaps across finance workflows
• Drive simplification and standardization across teams
• Design scalable processes aligned with growth and automation
• Recommend best practices aligned with SAP S/4HANA

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner across Accounting, FP&A, Procurement, and IT
• Facilitate workshops to gather and validate requirements
• Align stakeholders on process ownership and governance

ERP (SAP) Enablement

• Translate business processes into ERP-ready requirements
• Support SAP design through clear process definition
• Ensure alignment between business workflows and system capabilities

Controls & Governance

• Embed internal controls within process design
• Align processes with accounting policies and audit requirements
• Ensure traceability and audit readiness across finance

Continuous Improvement & Digitalization

• Identify automation opportunities (AI, workflows, integrations)
• Support digital finance and transformation initiatives
• Build and maintain centralized process documentation repository

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.
• Travel: Occasional travel required. Valid driver's license 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:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or transformation roles
• Strong understanding of S2P, O2C, and R2R processes
• Deep knowledge of accounting processes (fixed assets, accruals, prepaid accounting)
• Experience with process documentation and improvement

Preferred

• SAP S/4HANA experience
• Manufacturing or automotive experience
• Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Exposure to finance digitalization and automation tools

Pay and benefits

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