Faraday Future · 2 months ago
Assistant Plant Controller
Gardena, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $180K/yr
7+ years expFaraday Future is a California-based mobility company focused on innovative vehicle technologies. The Assistant Plant Controller will ensure accurate financial reporting and effective cost management at the Hanford manufacturing plant, while serving as a liaison between U.S. and China accounting teams.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleElectronic Design Automation (EDA)Information Technology
Responsibilities
Support the Corporate Controller in maintaining a strong system of internal controls, safeguarding company assets and ensuring integrity of plant financial transactions
Support the Cost Accountant in managing inventory accuracy and cost accounting processes, including standard costing, inventory valuation (LCM), and reconciliation of fixed assets with the General Ledger
Analyze plant operating costs in detail and recommend actions to improve profitability and ROI
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting schedules to ensure timely and accurate reporting
Develop and maintain internal accounting policies; monitor emerging technologies to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
Provide direct support during quarterly reviews and annual audits, including SEC financial statement reviews, statutory audits, and tax filings
Serve as a key liaison with the China accounting team, ensuring alignment of accounting practices, reconciliations, and reporting standards across jurisdictions
Partner with plant and corporate leaders to assess financial implications of operational strategies and cost control initiatives
Support process improvement initiatives across both plant operations and corporate accounting
Assist in coordinating audits of plant and corporate accounts to ensure compliance with state, federal, and international requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
7–10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment and a publicly traded company
Strong leadership potential, high ethical standards, and ability to thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment
Bilingual: Fluent in English and Mandarin (verbal and written), with the ability to collaborate effectively with teams in China
Excellent communication skills and teamwork tendencies
A penchant for multi-tasking and self-starting
A genuine fascination for the field and a commitment to global change
Preferred
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems; SAP/SAP HANA preferred
CPA or CMA or similar certification preferred
Experience with OEM, multinational corporations, or high-growth organizations
Exposure to SOX compliance, internal audit, and process improvement initiatives
Experience supervising or mentoring small teams
Benefits
Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (Free for you/discounted for family)
401(k) options
Casual dress code + relaxed work environment
Culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere
Company
Faraday Future
Faraday Future designs and manufactures artificial intelligence-based electric vehicles.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.26BKey Investors
AIxCrypto HoldingsMaster Investment GroupStreeterville Capital
2026-02-01Post Ipo Equity· $10M
2025-07-16Post Ipo Equity· $22M
2025-07-16Post Ipo Debt· $82M
Leadership Team
Matthias Aydt
Global CEO, Director of the Board of FFIE
Yueting Jia
Founder and Co-CEO
Recent News
2026-02-02
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