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 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 environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. 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. And 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.
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!
About the Role:
The Financial Modeling Specialist is responsible for building and maintaining the company’s long-range, structural, and scenario-based financial models. This includes the 1-year, 5-year, and 10-year financial plans, as well as monthly modeling of revenue, incentives, and margin dynamics. You will enable scenario planning, partner on commercial strategy, and support investment and business case decisions.
What you’ll doBecome part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
- Own and maintain financial models across 1-year, 5-year, and 10-year planning horizons ensuring variances are accurately captured
- Develop dynamic modules for revenue, margin, labor, capex and depreciation, contra revenue, and other cost drivers
- Conduct sensitivity, scenario, and what-if analyses (e.g., volume, mix, pricing)
- Model vehicle-level margin and incentive structures to support forecasts
- Support strategic initiatives through ad hoc modeling and ROI analysis
- Maintain assumption documentation and version control
- Partner with FP&A and Finance leadership to inform planning cycles and decision-making
- Translate models into system-compatible structures for reporting purposes and future FP&A tool deployment
Location & Travel Expectations:
- This role is planned to be based at the Scout Motors corporate headquarters location to be determined in 2025. The final location will be further discussed and aligned with the successful candidate.
- The responsibilities of this role require attendance in office with in-person meetings and events occasionally.
- 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.
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 & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a quantitative field
- 4+ years of experience in financial modeling, FP&A, investment analysis, or consulting
- Prior experience supporting strategic planning or business cases preferred
Technical Skills
- Advanced Excel modeling skills (multi-sheet dynamic models, scenario switches, drivers)
- Strong grasp of financial statement logic and forecasting principles
- Familiarity with long-range planning, discounted cash flow, return on sales (ROS), breakeven
- Experience with planning tools or system model builds a plus
Interpersonal & Professional Skills
- Strategic thinker with structured approach to modeling assumptions and logic
- Comfortable presenting model outputs to senior stakeholders
- High ownership mindset and detail orientation
- Ability to work independently while coordinating with cross-functional teams
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
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
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.
Equal Opportunity
Scout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [email protected].
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