Finance Manager, R1 Program Careers at Rivian - Irvine, California

Role Overview

Join Rivian, the pioneering EV manufacturer redefining electric adventure vehicles, as a Finance Manager, R1 Program in Irvine, California. This high-impact role owns the end-to-end financial performance of Rivian's flagship R1 platform, linking vehicle economics, production volume, Capex, and unit costs to broader company goals. You'll deliver the full P&L view—from top-line revenue and mix to contribution margins, Opex, and investment returns.

Sitting at the crossroads of Product Development Finance, Vehicle Line leadership, Operations, and Corporate Finance, you'll drive rigorous forecasting, performance insights, and disciplined investment stewardship. As a key connector across Finance, Product Development, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing, you'll shape tools like Oracle, SmartView, SAP, and BI environments for a scalable, data-driven model. Own the economics of a flagship platform, turn complexity into clear decisions, steward capital wisely, and build reporting infrastructure to fuel Rivian's growth.

Why this role matters at Rivian:

• Anchor cross-functional decisions by quantifying financial impacts of design and manufacturing choices.
• Enable leaders to make trade-offs on content, timing, footprint, and investments.
• Support profitable growth through robust Capex planning and cost-down initiatives.

Key Responsibilities at Rivian

As Finance Manager, R1 Program, you'll lead platform financial ownership and performance management. Key duties include:

• Own R1 financial forecast and budget: Ensure alignment across revenue, COGS, Opex, and Capex with Rivian's targets.
• Lead performance reviews: Conduct monthly/quarterly actuals vs. forecast analysis, variance explanations, and risk tracking.
• Develop executive storylines: Explain performance drivers, changes, and required actions.
• Maintain unit economics expertise: Cover volume, price, mix, incentives, and cost structure for strategic decisions.
• Lead forecasting cycles: Partner with teams for credible, driver-based plans.
• Build scenario models: For content changes, engineering, volume, and portfolio trade-offs.
• Oversee Capex and investments: Track tooling, engineering, and launch spends via ProjectEx/PCCR.
• Drive cost-down and stewardship: Prioritize initiatives linking to margin improvements.
• Serve as finance partner: To Vehicle Line, Product Development, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing.

This role demands sharp analytical skills to pressure-test plans and frame sensitivities for confident leadership choices.

Qualifications & Requirements

To excel as Rivian's Finance Manager, R1 Program, bring:

• Education: Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, or related; MBA/CPA a plus.
• Experience: 7+ years in finance within manufacturing, automotive, or tech, with P&L ownership.
• Technical Skills: Mastery of Oracle, SAP, SmartView, Excel, and BI tools.
• Analytical Prowess: Driver-based modeling, forecasting, scenario analysis.
• Cross-Functional Expertise: Proven partnerships in Product Dev, Supply Chain, Operations.
• Communication: Translate complex data into intuitive, executive narratives.

Rivian seeks curious, courageous team players passionate about the outdoors and sustainable innovation.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $138,000 - $172,000 USD per year, based on experience. Rivian offers a total rewards package including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Unlimited PTO and flexible holidays.
• Rivian stock options for ownership.
• EV vehicle purchase discounts.
• Professional growth stipends.
• On-site gym, wellness programs.
• Generous parental leave.

Why Join Rivian?

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous with emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. We're challenging norms, reframing problems, and operating in uncharted territory. Our diverse team shares a love for the outdoors and protecting it for generations. In Irvine, California, you'll contribute to flagship R1 platform success, driving financial decisions that shape the future of EVs. Enjoy a collaborative culture, cutting-edge tools, and real impact on sustainable mobility. Rivian careers offer growth, purpose, and adventure—apply now to own the economics of tomorrow's EVs!

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