Financial Analyst @ Varda Space Industries
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About Varda
Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, creating both innovative products and the necessary orbital manufacturing infrastructure.
Headquartered in El Segundo, California, with additional offices in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL, Varda is backed by industry leaders including SpaceX, Blue Origin, and renowned investors.
About the Role
As a Financial Analyst at Financial Analyst, you will leverage extensive experience in financial analysis and forecasting to support aerospace and pharmaceutical business lines. You will track financial performance, develop models, and provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making while working closely with engineering, sales, and account management teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage Annual Operating Plan and Forecasting
- Consolidate monthly and quarterly reporting packages
- Create pricing estimates for labor, material, and Opex
- Develop and maintain financial models
- Track Deferred Revenue and perform milestone reconciliations
- Monitor mission-level costs and flag trends
- Update Revenue/Cash Flow tracker with BD team
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or engineering
- 5+ years of professional experience in accounting or finance operations
- Eligibility for Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling
- Experience with US GAAP accounting standards
- U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- 7+ years in finance in a technology start-up environment
- MBA or CPA preferred
- Experience with ERP business tools, SQL, and/or Python
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation ranges from $120,000 to $165,000 per year, with eligibility for long-term incentives such as stock options and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Additional benefits include 401(k) matching, unlimited PTO, comprehensive health insurance, on-site meals, and maternity/paternity leave.
ITAR Requirements
Candidates must be U.S. persons as defined by export regulations and be eligible for employment in the United States.
Key skills/competency
Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Modeling, Reporting, US GAAP, Excel, ERP, SQL, Python, Clearance
How to Get Hired at Varda Space Industries
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Varda's culture: Study their mission and recent news.
- Customize your resume: Highlight financial analysis expertise.
- Emphasize technical skills: Showcase Excel, SQL, and Python.
- Prepare for clearance queries: Demonstrate eligibility and experience.