Accounting Lead

Lucid Motors; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Equity program

Job summary

Lucid Europe is seeking a Staff GL Accountant to join the Accounting team across multiple European entities. You will handle month-end close, intercompany eliminations, and statutory filings with a focus on accuracy and process improvement.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of accounting experience, a degree in accounting, fluency in English, and strong analytical and cross-functional collaboration skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of accounting experience in public company or automotive sectors.
• Bachelor/Academic degree in accounting; professional certification preferred (CPA/ACCA).
• Knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS and European GAAP across entities.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close activities, journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Prepare intercompany eliminations and reconciliations across European entities.
• Support statutory filings and audits in multiple European countries.
• Collaborate with Tax on VAT and CIT filings and SOX compliance efforts.
• Review processes and strengthen internal controls; support ad hoc projects.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

English fluency

Analytical skills

Cross-functional

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Problem-solving

ERP systems knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA/ACCA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Job description

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 productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices andmanufacturingfacilities.Ourteamscomefromindustriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence.By refusing to settle, youcanhelpredefinewhat’spossible andshape the future of mobility.

We are currently seeking a Staff GL Accountant to be a part of the Accounting team of Lucid Europe working across multiple European entities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform various month-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliation, issues resolution, and analytical review.
• Analyze financial data and investigate variances, providing clear explanations.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate and resolve variances.
• Preparation of intercompany elimination entries and intercompany reconciliations;
• Analysis of various cash transactions to apply to correct GL Accounts;
• Statutory financial statement preparation, audits, and filings across multiple European countries;
• Work closely with the Tax department on relevant tax filings across multiple European countries (VAT, CIT).
• Identify, maintain, and enhance business processes and documentation as part of SOX compliance efforts.
• Review and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Special projects and other ad hoc assignments as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of relevant accounting experience
• Bachelor / Academic degree in accounting or a related field Professional certification preferred (e.g., CPA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Public company and automotive industry experience preferred
• Knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and other local GAAP in Europe
• Working knowledge of SAP or Oracle ERP systems
• Fluency in English, other languages are a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to develop strong partnerships and work cross-functionally
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize appropriately and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Highly effective communication skills (verbal and written)

Lucid Motors is committed to maintaining a safe and trustworthy environment. As such, a background check may be required during the hiring process. This will be performed in line with European data protection laws, and candidates will be informed and asked to provide consent before the check is conducted.

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local laws and regulations.

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, paid sick leave; and a401(k) retirementplan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.Eligible employees may alsoparticipatein Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, aredeterminedbased on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results,in accordance withthe 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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