Senior Accountant

Here at Scout Motors were 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 its 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 hasnt 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 gogetter with unrivaled passion.

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

What youll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pickup truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Financial Reporting: Support in preparing and analyzing monthly quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and US GAAP. Ensure accurate and timely monthend close process including reconciliations of balance sheets and profit & loss accounts
• Group Reporting/Intragroup Accounting: Ensure compliance with our intragroup regulations and reporting requirements for all intragroup transactions. Support a smooth submission and reporting of financial statements for consolidation with VW Group Accounting monthly.
• General Ledger Management: Manage and maintain the general ledger ensuring all journal entries are accurate and comply with accounting standards. Support the finance team with technical queries and ensure the correct application of accounting principles.
• Fixed Asset Management: Ensure accurate management of capitalized assets and assets under construction (IAS 16 IAS 38 including their acquisition revaluation tracking and disposal.
• Financial Analysis: Provide detailed analysis and insights on financial performance highlighting areas for improvement
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Interpret and apply technical accounting standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards (IFRS US GAAP). Assist with the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures
• Audits: Support the preparation of audit schedules including reconciliations and analyses of financial data.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within accounting operations to increase efficiency and accuracy. Contribute to the implementation of new accounting systems or upgrades.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of a Scout Motors location: Tysons Virginia or Columbia South Carolina. This role may be based at the future Scout Motors corporate location (to be determined) in early 2025. The final location will be further discussed and aligned with the successful candidate.
• The responsibilities of this role require onsite attendance at inperson meetings and events regularly.
• 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.
• Travel: May require regular travel to Tysons Virginia if not local to this location.

What youll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity curiosity resourcefulness and strive to exhibit a positive attitude as well as a growth mindset. Youll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fastpaced highgrowth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Heres what else youll bring:

• Bachelors degree in accounting Finance or a related field.
• A CPA ACCA or equivalent certification is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 46 years of experience in accounting or finance preferably within the automotive industry or a multinational corporation.
• Extensive knowledge (or strong understanding) of accounting principles (IFRS US GAAP) standards and financial reporting requirements
• Experience in managing the general ledger financial reporting and intragroup transactions
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with attention to detail
• Proficient in accounting software (SAP Microsoft Excel etc..
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial data to nonfinancial stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with crossfunctional teams and external partners.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment

What youll 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

Pay Transparency

This is a fulltime 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 candidates skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range $115000 $135000

Internal leveling code: IC8

Notice to applicants:

• Residing inSan 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 is committed to employing a diverse workforceand 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 pregnancyor anyother characteristicsprotected by law.Scout is committed to compliance with allapplicablefairemploymentpractice laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application preemployment testing or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact