Sr. Finance Manager (Manufacturing)
About Lucid
At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.
We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.
Summary:
To lead all financial planning, analysis, and control activities across the EV manufacturing plant. Partner with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to drive cost efficiency, profitability, and capital effectiveness.
Responsibilities:
- Financial Leadership & Business Partnering
- Act as finance business partner to Plant Director, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supply Chain functions.
- Drive strategic decision-making through data-driven insights on cost, productivity, and investment returns.
- Lead annual plant budget, quarterly forecasts, and 5-year financial planning cycles.
- Costing & Controlling
- Manage detailed shop-wise cost centers (Body, Paint, Assembly, Powertrain, Battery, Utilities and Logistics).
- Implement standard costing, variance analysis, and shop-level cost KPIs (OEE, yield, scrap, labor efficiency, overhead absorption).
- Support SAP CO module (Product Costing, Cost Center Accounting, COPA) configuration and reporting.
- Develop and track Cost per unit (CPU) and Cost per kWh for battery assembly.
- Operational Finance
- Partner with operations to improve material utilization, energy efficiency, and labor productivity.
- Monitor manufacturing KPIs (throughput, rework, downtime) with financial impact analysis.
- Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives through financial evaluation.
- People Leadership
- Lead and mentor manufacturing finance
- Build financial acumen across plant operations teams.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
Skills:
- Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and cost drivers.
- Continuous improvement and lean manufacturing mindset.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Leadership skills to manage and develop a team.
Qualifications:
- Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CMA, or MBA in Finance.
- 15–20 years of experience in manufacturing finance, with at least 5 years in plant controlling
- Prior experience in automotive or EV industry preferred.
- Strong knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and manufacturing KPIs.
- Working in a greenfield or ramp-up EV plant.
Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.
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