Lead Financial Strategist

2 weeks ago


El Segundo, California, United States Varda Space Industries Inc Full time
Company Overview

Varda Space Industries is at the forefront of space manufacturing, dedicated to bringing groundbreaking products from the cosmos back to Earth. Our team, comprised of experienced aerospace experts, is committed to expanding human economic frontiers. Join us in our ambitious journey where vision meets practicality, supported by decades of successful research and development in orbital manufacturing.


Position Summary

As the Lead Financial Strategist at Varda, you will be instrumental in monitoring, analyzing, and predicting financial metrics for our pharmaceutical and aerospace sectors. This pivotal role in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) will provide critical insights into revenue trajectories, expenditure trends, and operational efficiencies. You will work collaboratively with various departments, including engineering, sales, and account management. This is a full-time position based at our headquarters.


Key Responsibilities
  • Define project scopes from requirement gathering to initial design evaluations.
  • Create and sustain financial models for operational strategies, budgets, and forecasts.
  • Oversee financial systems and manage daily financial operations.
  • Predict key performance indicators across diverse product lines.
  • Partner with Finance and Accounting teams to enhance business processes.
  • Examine spending discrepancies and revenue analytics.
  • Monitor unit costs and track progress towards cost reduction objectives.
  • Conduct ad-hoc analyses to support strategic decision-making.
  • Prepare forecasts for capital expenditures and inventory.
  • Improve tools for monitoring revenue performance and project expenditures.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or engineering.
  • 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting.
  • Excellent communication abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and business analytics.
  • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required.
  • Familiarity with U.S. GAAP accounting principles.

Preferred Qualifications
  • 7+ years in finance with experience in technology startups.
  • MBA or CPA is preferred.
  • Knowledge of reporting and analytical tools.
  • Experience with ERP systems and applications.
  • Proficiency in SQL and/or Python.

Compensation

Lead Financial Strategist:
$120,000—$165,000 annually, based on skills, education, experience, and performance. Eligible for stock options and long-term cash incentives. Employee Stock Purchase Plan option available.


Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity. We evaluate candidates and employees based solely on merit, qualifications, and performance, without discrimination based on race, gender, nationality, disability, age, or other legally protected statuses.



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