Senior General Ledger Accountant at Faraday Future (El Segundo California, United States)
Faraday Future· El Segundo California, United States·
Job description
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’re producing user-centric, technology-first vehicles to establish new paradigms in human-vehicle interaction. We’re not just seeking to change how our cars work – we’re seeking to change the way we drive. At FF, we’re creating something new, something connected, and something with a true global impact.
Your Role:
The Senior General Ledger Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Company's general ledger and ensuring timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting. This role plays a key part in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, supports SEC reporting, external audits, SOX compliance, and assists with implementing process improvements and automation initiatives. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong in U.S. GAAP, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and document journal entries and supporting documentation.
- Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
- Work with other departments to obtain necessary information to create monthly/quarterly accruals.
- Work closely with international teams for monthly financial reporting and consolidations.
- Perform quarterly financial statement flux analysis.
- Prepare account reconciliations for assigned areas in a timely manner.
- Liaise with internal and external audit for mid-year and year-end audit support.
- Improve accounting processes through automation and standardization.
- Perform other related accounting duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a related field is required.
- Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience in a similar role.
- Experience with month-end and quarter-end close
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar).
- Public company and SOX 404 experience is preferred.
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
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.
Why work at Faraday Future
- Culture: Described as a “culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere” with a casual dress code and relaxed work environment. The company emphasizes innovation and the opportunity to work alongside “some of the industry’s brightest minds.”
- Work Policy: Positions are 100% onsite (e.g., El Segundo, CA; Gardena, CA). No hybrid or remote options mentioned for technical roles.
- Notable Perks:
- Competitive salaries (e.g., Marketing Specialist: ~$76K, Project Engineer: ~$121K, Senior Technical Recruiter: $100K–$120K)
- Stock options
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Generous healthcare, vision, and dental (free to employees, discounted for families)
- Paid relocation
- Free parking with carpool reimbursement
- Casual dress code
- Modern workspace with latest technologies
- Employee referral program
- Foosball, ping pong tables, frequent social events/happy hours
- “Soul of Faraday” community outreach team
- Engaging internship program
- Engineering Culture: Strong focus on hands-on technical talent. Recruiting is described as a “team effort,” with an emphasis on building robust pipelines and training hiring managers. The company values scrappiness, adaptability, and a proactive mindset.
- Risk Awareness: Employer rating on LinkedIn is 3.0/5.0 (based on 376 reviews), with culture rated 2.7 and career growth 2.9. This indicates mixed sentiment among current/former employees, often associated with startup volatility and pivots.