Chief Financial Officer

Odyssey Space Research, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 225,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading space technology firm in Houston, TX, is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic leadership and oversee all financial operations. The CFO will partner with the CEO and Board, managing budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory compliance while supporting growth initiatives. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years of finance experience, including 5+ years in private equity-backed companies. This role offers a competitive salary package including bonuses and equity participation.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of finance leadership experience required.
• 5+ years as VP Finance or CFO in private equity-backed companies.
• Strong technical finance skills: budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute long-term financial strategy with CEO and Board.
• Oversee accounting, FP&A, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage lender relationships and support value-creation plans.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Operational finance & accounting

Board and investor communication

Private equity experience

Strong analytical skills

Collaboration and communication

Tools

ERP/financial systems (e.g., Unanet, QuickBooks)

Job description

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Company Overview

Odyssey Space Research ("Odyssey") is a leading Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) and Software Engineering partner to the U.S. civil, commercial and national security space community. Odyssey’s core areas of expertise include spaceflight GN&C, flight software development and deployment, mission simulation and design, and systems engineering. Odyssey’s software products and engineering capabilities serve numerous high‑profile customers and new space companies. We are actively pursuing one or more large, public, and highly visible government opportunities for upcoming spaceflight missions. In November 2025 Odyssey completed a recapitalization with the private equity fund ONE Bow River ("OBR") to advance growth across the space sector.

Location

Houston, TX (potential relocation to our Colorado office after 2 years)

Role Summary

We are hiring a hands‑on operator who can work at both the strategic and tactical level. The CFO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board, overseeing all financial operations, driving data‑driven decision‑making, leading budgeting and forecasting, and building a scalable finance function. This executive will play a key role in growth initiatives, including M&A, operational KPI reporting, and supporting the company’s long‑term value‑creation plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership
  • Partner with CEO and Board to define and execute the long‑term financial strategy
  • Lead development of annual budgets and multi‑year financial models
  • Support and partner with the CEO on Board and investor reporting; present financial results and KPIs clearly
  • Support strategic planning, scenario modeling, ROI analysis, and resource allocation decisions
• Operational Finance & Accounting
  • Oversee accounting, FP&A, billing, collections, AP, audit, tax, and treasury
  • Ensure GAAP‑compliant reporting, regulatory compliance (including FAR/DFARS, DCAA, NASA standards, etc.), strong internal controls, and timely closes
  • Transition to a scalable accounting system to support growth
  • Implement scalable systems, tools, and processes to support a growing organization
  • Drive working capital optimization and cash‑flow forecasting
  • Establish best‑in‑class processes across accounting, FP&A, payroll, and analytics
• Board, Private Equity and Lender Interface
  • Manage future debt facilities (no debt on the business today), covenant reporting, and lender relationships
  • Support value‑creation plans, KPI dashboards, and quarterly Board meetings
  • Experience in financial diligence for acquisitions, including quality of earnings, financial modeling, and valuation workstreams

Qualifications

• Required Experience
  • 15+ years of finance leadership
  • 5+ years as a VP Finance or CFO with direct private equity‑backed company experience
  • Strong technical finance skills: budgeting, forecasting, modeling, GAAP accounting, KPI reporting
  • In‑depth knowledge of FAR, DFARS, DCAA, and government cost accounting standards
  • Track record of improving systems, processes, and reporting
  • Demonstrated experience managing banking relationships
• Preferred Experience
  • Background with software development companies and specifically those who specialize in government contracting
  • Prior M&A experience
  • Familiarity with ERP/financial systems (e.g., Unanet, QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct)
  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical and financial acumen
  • Executive presence with excellent communication skills
  • Highly collaborative with a people‑oriented mindset

Compensation

Base Pay: $225,000 – $300,000 per year. Additional compensation includes annual bonus, RSUs, and stock options.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance

Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Package includes bonus and equity participation.