Staff Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

CesiumAstro; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health, dental, vision benefits

HSA/FSA and retirement plans

Job summary

CesiumAstro is hiring a Staff Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst to partner with Finance leadership and business teams on strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance initiatives. You will build complex financial models, analyze performance, and support decisions across the organization.

The role emphasizes forecasting accuracy, improved financial reporting, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders in a dynamic startup-like environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years in finance/FP&A roles.
• Advanced knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Experience with ERP systems and BI/reporting platforms.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning for assigned business units.
• Develop complex financial models and scenario analyses.
• Analyze financial performance and identify key drivers, risks and opportunities.
• Provide financial guidance to support operational and strategic decisions.
• Prepare executive dashboards and financial reports for leadership reviews.
• Support investment analyses, capital planning, and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Advanced FP&A

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial modeling

variances analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, MS Dynamics)

BI tools (Power BI, Tableau)

Adaptive Planning/Anaplan/Hyperion

Job description

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Staff Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about making an impact in a growing company, we would like to hear from you.

In this position, you will partner with Finance leadership and business leaders to support strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business performance initiatives. This role evaluates complex financial and operational information, develops actionable recommendations, and supports financial decision-making that aligns with organizational objectives and long-term business strategies.

The Staff Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst applies advanced financial planning and analysis expertise to improve forecasting accuracy, enhance financial reporting, and support cross-functional initiatives. This role serves as an experienced financial resource by evaluating business performance, recommending operational improvements, and contributing to enterprise financial planning activities.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities for assigned business organizations.
• Develop complex financial models, scenario analyses, and business forecasts that support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance and identify key business drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide financial recommendations that support operational planning and long-term business objectives.
• Oversee preparation of financial reports, executive dashboards, and business performance analyses.
• Evaluate financial and operational trends to identify opportunities for improved business performance.
• Develop presentations and financial analyses for executive and business leadership reviews.
• Support investment analyses, capital planning activities, and financial evaluations for strategic initiatives.
• Partner with Finance leadership and business stakeholders to develop financial strategies and planning assumptions.
• Support cross-functional initiatives by evaluating financial impacts and recommending practical solutions.
• Provide financial guidance that supports operational decision-making, organizational initiatives, and business performance.
• Build collaborative relationships across Finance and business functions to support organizational objectives.
• Lead initiatives that improve financial planning processes, forecasting methodologies, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate financial processes and recommend enhancements that improve scalability, consistency, and analytical capabilities.
• Support implementation of financial planning tools, reporting enhancements, and operational improvements.
• Develop and maintain financial planning documentation, reporting standards, and analytical models.

Job Requirements And Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant industry experience.
• Advanced knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and corporate finance principles.
• Expertise in financial reporting, business performance analysis, variance analysis, and forecasting methodologies.
• Ability to evaluate complex financial and operational issues involving multiple business drivers and competing priorities.
• Experience utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, financial planning applications, business intelligence tools, and financial reporting platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business recommendations.
• Effective communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills with Finance leadership and business stakeholders.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and lead implementation of operational enhancements.
• Business acumen with the ability to balance financial performance, operational objectives, and organizational priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or comparable financial platforms.
• Experience with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting tools, such as Adaptive Planning, Anaplan, Hyperion, or equivalent platforms.
• Familiarity with business intelligence (BI) and data visualization tools, such as Power BI, Tableau, or comparable reporting platforms.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in a start-up, high-growth, and venture-backed company

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

• Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.