Senior Financial Analyst, Program Finance

True Anomaly, Inc.; Laguna Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company

Generous time off: Flexible Time Off,

PTO up to 25 days, holidays, parental/

Job summary

True Anomaly, Inc. is seeking a Program Finance Analyst to build and scale the Program Controls function, partnering with PMO, SCM and Operations to manage a portfolio of space control programs.

You will develop processes, implement systems, and train a team to operate at scale within a hybrid US-based environment. Qualifications include 4–8 years in aerospace/defense finance, a finance-related bachelor’s degree, GAAP knowledge (606 revenue recognition), and strong analytical and communication

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of finance experience in an aerospace or defense company.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of GAAP (especially 606 revenue recognition).
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools, including Power Query/Power Pivot.
• Ability to communicate across functions from individual contributors to executives.

Responsibilities

• Partner cross-functionally with PMO, SCM and Operations to plan, execute and deliver a portfolio of space control programs.
• Support the quarterly EAC process for customer funded programs.
• Prepare cost and schedule reporting for external customers and interface with customers.
• Develop program financial forecasts for executives and Board; publish reporting and analysis.

Skills

Finance analysis

GAAP knowledge (606)

Power Query/Power Pivot

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication across leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Power Query, Power Pivot)

Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset.We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
• What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
• It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
• Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
• Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
• And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
• Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.

*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

YOUR MISSION

As the Program Finance Analyst at True Anomaly, you will be a trusted partner to build, scale and manage the Program Controls function from the ground up. You will formulate processes, implement systems, and build and train a team to execute at scale.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner cross-functionally with PMO, SCM and Operations to plan, execute and deliver a portfolio of space control programs
• Support the improvement and execution of the quarterly EAC process for customer funded programs in support of ASC 606 revenue recognition principles.
• Prepare required cost and schedule reporting for external customers, directly interface with customers when necessary
• Support the development of program financial forecasts for executive leaders and the company’s Board of Directors; Lead the publication of reporting and analysis to functional counterparts and executive leaders
• Support the management of the PMO risk and opportunity register to ensure successful execution of program objectives

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-8 years of finance experience in an aerospace or defense company
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Understanding of GAAP (especially 606 revenue recognition), operational, and cost accounting fundamentals
• Expertise across Microsoft Office application suite (especially Power Query / Power Pivot)
• Strategic thinker combining business acumen and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively communicate across different organizational functions spanning individual contributors, Directors, and Executive Leadership
• TS//SCI clearance required

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $110,000 - $180,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled.

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To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.

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