Senior Financial Analyst, Engineering
Job Overview
Harbinger Motors is seeking a skilled Senior Financial Analyst to lead budgeting and forecasting for Engineering OpEx, CapEx and headcount. This position will partner closely with Engineering leadership to understand operational needs and how that translates to financial impacts. A successful candidate will be able to create visibility and highlight opportunities from the numbers, build strong relationships with technical leaders and is self-motivated with a can-do attitude.
Responsibilities:
Support the monthly rolling forecast for OpEx, CapEx and headcount with variance analysis by comparing actuals to budget and forecast
Partner with leaders to understand operational performance and provide commentary required for executive leadership reviews
Assist in the annual budgeting process by partnering with cross-functional leaders to validate financial data and consolidate budget submissions
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify trends, risks, and opportunities across the business
Partner with Supply Chain and Engineering on tracking cost down initiatives, specific to OpEx and CapEx timing
Work with Accounting and FP&A during month-end close for timely submission of accruals, validation of actuals, etc.
Continuously improve processes and tools to increase accuracy and efficiency
Ad hoc analysis as necessary to support leadership in the decision making process. Transforming data into actionable insights and recommendations
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business with an emphasis in Finance.
5+ years of relevant Finance experience. Preferably in Product Development, but not required
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, Google Sheets and ERP systems
Intellectually curious: Seek to understand the why behind the numbers
Detail-oriented: Values precision and accuracy
Critical thinker: Consider problems and solutions from all angles
Creative problem-solver: Able to identify obstacles and present viable solutions
Highly organized: Capable of managing multiple projects with tight deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Key Benefits & Perks:
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
Early-stage Stock Options
Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
Annual Vacation Bonus
Wellness & Fertility Benefits
Cell Phone Stipend
Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
California Pay Range
$110,000—$130,000 USD