Finance Business Partner - Headcount & Payroll
Job Description
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.
Position Overview:
The Finance Business Partner – Headcount & Payroll is responsible for managing and analyzing workforce-related costs, including payroll, headcount planning, and labor expense forecasting. The role partners closely with HR and Operations to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and reporting of personnel costs, while driving cost control, efficiency, and alignment with business objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Lead monthly headcount and payroll forecasting, including variance analysis vs. budget and prior forecasts.
- Partner with HR and business leaders on workforce planning, hiring plans, and organizational changes.
- Monitor and control labor costs, ensuring accuracy of monthly payroll accruals.
- Own and deliver month-end close activities related to headcount and payroll, including accrual validation, variance analysis, and management reporting.
- Analyze headcount movements (hires, attrition, transfers) and provide insights to management.
- Support annual budgeting process for headcount and payroll across departments.
- Develop and maintain financial models for workforce cost planning and scenario analysis.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of headcount data and payroll reporting.
- Deliver management reporting and dashboards on workforce cost trends and KPIs.
- Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and IT to improve systems, processes, and data integration.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, labor laws, and internal controls.
Minimum Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field.
- Professional certification preferred.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in finance, with exposure to payroll, headcount planning, or FP&A.
- Experience in manufacturing or large-scale operations environment preferred.
- Strong financial modeling and established ability using Microsoft Office software with high proficiency with Excel.
- Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Strong understanding of headcount planning, workforce cost management, payroll accounting, and fundamental accounting principles (accruals, financial statements, and general accounting concepts).
- Analytical mindset with ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
- Proven business partnering and stakeholder management skills across cross-functional teams.
- High attention to detail with focus on data accuracy, integrity and internal controls.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
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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