What is a Financial Analyst at Rivian?
A Financial Analyst at Rivian is a strategic co-pilot to the business, operating at the intersection of cutting-edge automotive technology, complex manufacturing, and aggressive corporate scaling. Unlike traditional corporate finance roles that focus solely on backward-looking reporting, finance professionals at Rivian are deeply embedded in operational decisions. You will partner with engineering, supply chain, and product development teams to evaluate the economic viability of new vehicle platforms, optimize bill-of-materials (BOM) costs, and manage massive capital expenditures.
The impact of this role is immediate and highly visible. As Rivian continues to scale production of its consumer vehicles, like the R1T, R1S, and the upcoming R2 platform, as well as its commercial fleet, financial analysts provide the data-driven guardrails that ensure sustainable growth. You will build highly dynamic financial models, run scenario analyses on production volumes, and help identify cost-down opportunities that directly influence the company’s path to profitability.
To succeed, you must thrive in a fast-paced, highly ambiguous environment where historical data may not always exist. Rivian looks for finance professionals who possess not only exceptional technical modeling skills but also the curiosity to understand the physical engineering behind the numbers. It is a demanding but highly rewarding position where your analyses directly shape the future of sustainable transportation.


