Finance Business Partner - Headcount & Payroll

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility. We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience. Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you. 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. Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.  (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.) By Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice. To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.