Assistant Corporate Controller

The Company Faraday Future (FF) is a California-based mobility company, leveraging the latest technologies and world's best talent to realize exciting new possibilities in mobility. We are producing user‑centric, technology‑first vehicles to establish new paradigms in human‑vehicle interaction. We are not just seeking to change how our cars work – we are seeking to change the way we drive. At FF, we are creating something new, something connected, and something with a true global impact. Your Role As the Assistant Corporate Controller, you will play a pivotal leadership role within the accounting organization, owning the monthly and quarterly close process, consolidated financial statements, and the day‑to‑day operations of the U.S. general ledger team. This high‑visibility role reports directly to the VP of Accounting and involves significant cross‑functional collaboration across Technical Accounting, SEC Reporting, FP&A, and Tax. Faraday Future does not currently have a Corporate Controller, which represents a meaningful long‑term career opportunity for the right candidate to grow into that role as the company scales. Responsibilities Financial Close & Consolidated Financial Statements Own and manage the end‑to‑end monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion in accordance with US GAAP. Prepare, review, and maintain the consolidated financial statements, including management of consolidation journal entries, intercompany eliminations, and foreign currency translation adjustments. Collaborate with accounting teams in foreign subsidiaries to ensure accurate and timely submission of subsidiary financial data for consolidation. Develop and distribute monthly, quarterly, and ad‑hoc financial reporting packages for the management and executive teams. Serve as a primary point of contact with external auditors for the quarterly reviews and annual financial statement audit, providing required documentation and reconciliations. Support the Director of SEC Reporting and Director of Technical Accounting in preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings by ensuring the underlying general ledger data is accurate and reconciled. U.S. GL Team Leadership Directly manage the U.S. general ledger accounting team, with approximately 2 direct reports and an overall team of 4–6 accounting professionals. Set clear performance expectations, provide coaching and development opportunities, and foster a collaborative, high‑accountability team culture. Ensure appropriate workload distribution, redundant process coverage, and cross‑training across all critical close and accounting operations. SAP & Accounting Systems Lead ongoing accounting process improvement initiatives, focusing on SAP module enhancements and optimization across key areas including Order‑to‑Cash (OTC), Fixed Assets, Inventory Accounting, Consolidation, and Intercompany. Partner with IT and finance systems teams to evaluate, design, and implement SAP improvements that reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and strengthen controls. Monitor emerging technologies and automation opportunities to modernize and scale accounting operations without sacrificing accuracy or accountability. Internal Controls & SOX Compliance Oversee and drive SOX Section 404 implementation and compliance efforts for general accounting processes. Identify opportunities to redesign and improve the operating effectiveness of controls through simplification, automation, and best‑practice frameworks. Ensure a robust and documented process backup is maintained for every critical accounting operation. Cross‑Functional Collaboration Collaborate with the Tax Manager on income tax provision and domestic and international tax compliance matters, including support for statutory audits. Partner with FP&A on the close calendar, variance analysis support, and ensuring actuals are accurately reflected in financial planning tools. Coordinate with the Director of Technical Accounting on implementation of new accounting policies and standards that affect the general ledger and close process. Work with the Director of SEC Reporting to support preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules included in 10‑K and 10‑Q filings. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred. 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience at a publicly traded company. Demonstrated experience owning the monthly and quarterly close process and consolidated financial statements. Experience managing and developing an accounting team. Strong knowledge of US GAAP, including consolidation, intercompany accounting, and foreign currency translation. Experience with intercompany accounting and multi‑entity consolidation in a multinational organization. Strong process improvement mindset with the ability to drive change in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively across functions and with senior leadership. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications SAP HANA experience strongly preferred, particularly across OTC, fixed assets, inventory, consolidation, and intercompany modules. Large national public accounting firm experience a plus. Experience in the automotive, EV, or manufacturing industry. Experience with multinational organizations including PRC or other foreign subsidiary accounting. Bilingual English / Chinese Mandarin a plus. Annual Salary Range ($160,000 – $180,000 DOE), plus benefits and incentive plans Perks + Benefits Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (free for you, discounted for family) 401(k) options Casual dress code + relaxed work environment Culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere Faraday Future is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Faraday Future