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Scout Motors Inc. · 1 day ago

Senior Manager, Finance Digitalization

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$140K/yr - $170K/yr

10+ years exp

Scout Motors Inc. is a company that is reviving an iconic American vehicle brand with a focus on innovation and sustainability. The Senior Manager, Finance Digitalization will act as a key liaison for Finance-related IT system implementations and drive digitalization initiatives while ensuring compliance and alignment with departmental goals.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleIndustrialManufacturing

Responsibilities

Act as the single point of contact for all Finance-related IT system implementations and digitalization initiatives

Represent the Finance function in cross-functional IT projects, providing subject matter expertise on accounting, controlling, and financial processes

Make project decisions on behalf of Finance leadership, ensuring alignment with department goals, compliance standards, and system requirements

Collaborate closely with the Finance IT Business Partner and IT teams to shape project scopes, requirements, timelines, and testing strategies

Partner with Finance managers to translate business requirements into functional and technical system solutions

Monitor and manage project performance, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and system effectiveness post-launch

Drive process improvement through technology, identifying opportunities to enhance automation, integration, and data quality across financial operations

Lead change management and user adoption activities for Finance teams impacted by new system implementations

Ensure that Finance systems are aligned with regulatory and corporate compliance standards

Qualification

FinanceIT project deliveryERP implementationsAnalytical mindsetProject managementAutomotive industry experienceCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred

10+ years of professional experience, with a strong foundation in Finance (Controlling, Accounting, or related) and demonstrated experience in IT project delivery

Strong understanding of finance principles, accounting cycles, and internal controls

Proven ability to lead or coordinate complex, cross-functional ERP and Finance system implementations (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.)

Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders

Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable working across business units and presenting to executive leadership

Strong analytical mindset with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands-on execution

Preferred

Master's degree or MBA

Experience in the automotive industry or a similarly complex, global manufacturing environment is a plus

Benefits

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